All our stock is old, original, in excellent order and ready for use. We carry no modern or reproductions. We welcome your telephone calls +44 (0)1488 682317 or by email to hofgartner@belowstairs.co.uk for further information on any of the catalogue items or your other requirements or if you have any difficulties ordering through our system.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century larger than average superb cast pink brass octagonal shaped door handles with the original matching backplates, a square bar to fit standard mortice locks and latches. Some knocks and scuffs consistent with use and some old screw holes drilled rather badly, now filled and patched. All is now complete and in good and working order and ideal for a huge front door. Backplate 3.25" diam, knob 2.75" diam and 3.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality circa 1900, decorative cast brass inkstand ( Standish ) with a pen rest and a pair of cut glass square inkwells. The stand is highly embossed with acanthus leaf designs and has four bracket feet and the pair of inks have brass collars and hinges and are perfect with no chips or blemishes. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A very, very clean example of a very usable inkwell set. Complete and in good and working order. The pen in picture is not included and is for show only. 7" x 4" x 3" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Cast Iron Dinosaur Nutcracker Original, quality large cast iron table top nutcracker in the form of a dinosaur in the original bronzed finish. This very clean example is operated by lifting the tail to expose the open jaws for the nut to be inserted before pressing down the tail. The ridge spines are stamped with the registration number for the year 1939. Cleaned and complete and in good and working order. 14" x 5.25" tall and 3.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass electric desk / reading lamp in the original bronze finish. This super example has a circular weighted base with an embossed detail, a square tube stem and shade holder and the original trough shade. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder and a three pin plug. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. Base 8" diam, shade 8.75" x 4.75" x 2.75", total height 15.75" and 11" widest. Can be polished back to the shiny brass for no extra charge if required. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century fireman's leather fire bucket with a copper band to the top and a leather strap on wrought iron rings. This example rivetted throughout is in super condition with a good waxed finish. Complete and in good order. Bucket 10.5" tall and 10.5" top diam. Total tall 21.5" with strap up as if hanging. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality forty-nine pieces of late 19th century 'Flow' blue part dinner service in a stunning Art Noveau "Oxford" pattern and manufactured by "Ford & Sons Burslem". All items of this incomplete set are perfect but for some minor crazing to three plates. The forty-nine pieces consist of 10 soup bowls, 11 dinner plates, 11 dessert plates, 10 dessert bowls, 2 small oval platters, 1 large tureen with stand and lid and 1 small tureen with stand but no lid. Soup bowls 9.5" diam. Dinner plates 9.5" diam. Dessert plates 7.25" diam. Two platters 12" x 9.25" each. Tureen 14" x 9". Tureen on stand 14" x 10". A few other matching pieces but all damaged may well be available free of charge. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century pair of cast brass candlesticks of an unusual form, with pierced decoration of flowers, vines, acanthus leaves and faces of a bearded mythical character. The lift out sconces to the top are impressed "Protected" and the undersides of the candlestick bases are impressed with the sun logo and "WT&S" for the manufacturer 'William Tonks & Son of Birmingham' and with the registration number for the year 1888. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are complete and in good and working order. 10.5" tall and base 5.75" diam including feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality serious Art and Crafts copper and brass teapot circa 1880 / 1900, designed and manufactured by WAS Benson. This super example has a "genie lamp" shape with a copper body and cast brass spout, loop handle, circular base and circular lid with a turned horn finial grip. There is no doubt this was manufactured by Benson, although it is not marked as such. Apart from a minor dent to one side on the upper rim, all is complete and in good and working order and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 7" tall, 9" wide including handle and spout + 5" front to back. Plinth 3.25" diam and lid 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, circa 1880 / 1900, copper tea tray and four piece tea set of an unusual form, designed by W.A.S. Benson in the Art and Crafts manner. This super oval tray with a soft gallery and rolled over ends to act as handles is stamped to the underside "W.A.S Benson", Although the rest of set is not; he was known not to mark everything. This tea set is well illustrated in reference works published on Benson & Co. The teapot and milk jug have brass pouring lips and handles and the copper lid of the teapot has a knob turned in cowhorn always associated with Benson. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order, with no dents or damage to be seen. Tray 21.5" x 9" x 1.5". Teapot 6" tall, 3.75" wide and 5" including handle. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Hot Water Jug See our "Kitchenaila" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality late 19th century white ceramic jug with a shaped handle to the rear, a circular lid with a deep collar and transfer printed to the front "Hot Water". A most unusual water jug with no chips or cracks and complete and in good order. 7.5" x 6" front to back and 5" wide. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century pewter inkwell filler with a long shaped pouring spout and a tankard shaped side handle. This unusual item has no makers stamps or other identifying marks and is all in one, so what else can it be for ? Complete and in good order. 3.25" tall, base 2.5" diam, total 4.75" front to back and 4.5" wide including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century circular sycamore breadboard carved to the outer border "Cut and come again". A most unusual breadboard, well used, but still in super condition. 11.75" diam x 0.75". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1960's two piece mahogany and mahogany veneered plan chest with three large shallow drawers to each stacking section. Two drawers bottoms are stamped "This is an Abbess M701 Product". A very clean example, cleaned and refinished and complete and in good and working order. Total 29.5" tall x 48" x 36" front to back. Each drawer interior 42.5" x 30.5". Base section 17.5" tall and upper 11.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's hanging bowl electric light with replacement chrome on brass fittings comprising three hooks to the sides of the bowl, three chains, ceiling rose and a new bulbholder wired with new three core white silk covered flex. This super shade has a hand painted under glaze scene of a parakeet on branches with berries and pine needle leaves. This brightly coloured scene is repeated three times and looks amazing lit up. The chrome fittings have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. A most unusual decoration. 14" diam x 7" plus 15" chain plus 2.5" ceiling rose x 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of matching post-war teak garden benches nicely weathered and with a light colouring of lichen. Both are in super condition and complete and in good order. 59" long x 33" tall at back and 21.5" front to back at arm. Seat to ground 15.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1930's / 40's grocer's shop counter scales with the large fan shaped weight and price windows to the back and front. This good working scale is calibrated to weigh up to 3lbs in 1 ounce divisions, has the original stainless steel pan and adjustable feet underside. All is complete and in good and working order and in near mint condition. The white enamel has not a chip in sight. 25" tall x 16" widest and 18" front to back including pan. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's cast brass electric desk / reading lamp with the facility for alternative use as a wall light. This Art Nouveau example has a pierced and decorated base, an arched over arm and a swivel joint for the bulb holder. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder, in-line switch and a three pin plug. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Base 5.5" x 3.75" and total 10.5" tall as desk lamp. The shade is not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S221. Click on photo for larger and other views.

The Ebor Skirt MarkerOriginal, quality 1920's patent skirt marker in honey coloured oak. This unusual example is transfer printed to the top "The Ebor Skirt Marker Regd No for the year 1921". In the original finish and complete and in good and working order. 18" tall and plinth 8" x 5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's unused brass tea blender's beam scale in the original lacquered finish and in the original oak box. All is in mint condition as the day is was issued. The label to the inside of the lid is for the manufacturer "H.G Planer & Co of 16 Mincing Lane London EC3". The scale is truly in mint condition with green silk ropes, black silk top grip, original lacquer finish and the counterbalance weight. Complete and in good and working order. Box 8" x 4" x 2" and beam 7". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century pressed copper insurance firemark, recently mounted on an oak backboard made to suit. This super example is in the original green patinated colour but rather thin and frail in places, hence the fresh backboard. A well detailed firemark nevertheless with a sheaf of corn to the centre and swags and banner around. Plaque 10.25" x 8" and backboard 12.5" x 10". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, unused pressed brass interior electric bell push in a serious Art Nouveau design. The circular cast brass bell push is mounted on the backplate which has four screw holes for fixing. This backplate has deep relief forms of styalised poppy seed heads with stems and leaves and the reverse is stamped with the registration number for the year 1904. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled, complete and in good and working order. 4" tall x 3.75" wide and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality set of three 1920's / 30's matching white ribbed glass gas shades. With the original aluminium gas shade holder drilled out to fit a standard, modern, electric bulb holder. Will also fit old 3.5" gas galleries, if required. The shade holders are stamped for the manufacturer "Veritas" and "British Made" and with the registration number for the year 1932. Complete and in good and working order. 6" tall including holder x 5.75" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Cased Heron by Pashley NorfolkOriginal, quality late 19th century superb cased Heron with a super label to the reverse for the taxidermist "H.N Pashley of Cley-Next-The-Sea Norfolk", "animal and bird preserver and collector". The label also refers to "Winner of the prize offered by the late Right Hon. Lord Lifford for the best mounted specimen Ref 'Field' May 1890". A very realistic pose and a clean cabinet and complete and in good order. 35" tall x 28" and 11" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's rectangular shaped enamel sign, on the original galvanised wrought iron wall bracket. This very clean sign details in white upper cased text "You May Telephone From Here", to both sides. Some minor fading to the enamel in places but no chips or stains and complete and in exceptional condition. Sign 22" x 9". Backplate 28.5" x 4". Total 23" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass door handles in the form of shaped drop ring grips on a square or diamond shaped backplate. A square bar is included to fit a standard mortice lock and latch. Each backplate has shaped outer edges and four screw holes for mounting. Polished, complete and in good and working order. A superb pair of handles of a good weight, could be converted to pulls if required on request. Backplate 2.5" square or 3.25" diamond shape, total 4" wide x 4" tall and 1.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century blacksmith made wrought iron 'T' shaped door hinges in great condition and nicely pitted with age. Each has five countersunk screw holes to the strap and five to the 'T' plate. All has been cleaned and lacquered and are complete and in good and working order. Strap 18.5" from hinge pin and 'T' plate 6" x 1". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century oil fired vehicle side lamp for a fire engine. This super example, manufactured by 'Shand and Mason', is totally complete and in good and working order. All has been fully overhauled, the metalwork painted gloss red and the brass mounts polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. The brass label to the top details "Shand Mason and Co Fire Engine makers Upper Ground St Blackfriars Road London" , the two bevelled glass panels are intact and the burner has a locking spring, brass mounts and a slide off reflector. A really good example and complete. 9.75" tall with handle down, 5.5" wide and 5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's continental three branch cast brass Art Nouveau electric light fitting. This super example has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer, may be removed at no extra cost. A length of replacement brass chain is included and all is complete and in good and working order. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Aviators GogglesOriginal, quality pair of Second World War Pilots' goggles with grey painted frames on padded leather mounts in super condition and complete. The elasticated strap is weak but still usable. 8" x 3.5" tall and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Poachers Alarm Original, quality late 19th century blacksmith made wrought iron and cast iron poachers alarm. This was loaded with a blank cartridge staked in the undergrowth, and wired to a trip wire and when tripped by an unsuspecting poacher the weight was released to drop on the firing pin to set off the blank cartridge. All is complete and in good order. 36" tall x 1.75" widest and 2.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

J. Weiss Strength Gauge Original, quality late 19th century hand strength gauge. This example, the first we have seen, has an oval shaped steel frame with the nickel gauge plate to the centre with a shaped needle to register. It is used by placing it in the palm of one's hand and squeezing as hard as possible. It actually works and appears complete. 4.75" x 2.25" x 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Miniature Cast Iron MincerOriginal, quality 1920's continental cast iron shelf mounted food mincer of small proportions. This super example, the first we have seen, will dismantle into pieces for cleaning after use and has the original turned wooden handle and adjustable table clamp. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. 6.5" tall x 6" wide including handle and 2.25" hopper top. Click on photo for larger and other views.

County Insurance Agency PlaqueOriginal, quality 1920's, painted tin firemark, with Brittania and a lion above "County", mounted onto a shield shaped oak backboard for wall hanging. This backboard is impressed and gilded to the top "Agency Of" and beneath "Fire, Burglary, Accident, Motors etc". Some surface scratches to the background of the tin plaque, otherwise complete and in good order. Backboard 12" x 15" + 1". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Superb set of fourteen original, quality matching frosted with cut glass 1920's / 30's lamp shades. Each shade of a bell shape has a frosted upper section with vertical cut glass lines and four lower panels of cut glass hobnail pattern. Will fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. Not a blemish in sight and complete. 6" tall x 5" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's cast brass six branch electric light fitting. This most unusual example has a cast brass top rose with a concealed eye for hanging and six long tubular brass rods fitted to the six cast brass arms. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. Has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. The drop can be shortened at no extra cost on request by shortening the six brass tubes. The contemporary shades are not included in the price but may well be available. All is complete and in good and working order. 34" drop excluding shades and 20" diam excluding shades. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of 1920's three branch cast brass hanging electric light fittings. Have been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. Replacement card candle look-a-likes have been fitted to cover the bulb holders and a length of new brass chain and a new replacement brass ceiling rose is included for each light fitting. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 18.5" tall + 16" chain + 2.75" rose x 3.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Steam Bath Cabinet Original, quality late 19th century panelled pine sit in steam cabinet with four side panels, a two door hinged sloping top with a hole to the centre for ones head with a shelf for a glass of water and an aperture to the top with a sliding cover for one's hand. The interior has a vent with a control gate to release the steam when too hot and a replacement pine seat board which can be adjusted in height. The brass cabin hooks are old replacement and all has been cleaned and waxed and has retained much of the original cream coloured paintwork. 48" tall at back, 33" tall at front, 34" front to back and 29.5" wide. A most unusual item in super condition. An original J. Foots patent Copper Methylated Spirit burner and heater, manufactured for use with this style of steam bath, may well be available ref code: HS19. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of five branch cast brass candelabras circa 1900, in the 18th century style. The bases are as single candlesticks with a double layered plinth and shaped stems and would work as a pair of single candlesticks. The upper five candle sconces are set as four level branches each with one candle holder and one central to match but taller. Each of the five sconces have the original square brass drip pans, the upper central stem matches the lower stem beneath, and the top cluster of five will lift off if required. Some good repairs and now all complete and in good and working order and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A most unusual pair of candelabras. 18" tall, 12" widest and bases 5" square. Single sticks 8.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

GKN Screw Display Original quality 1950's bolt and screw display as supplied to the larger ironmongers for an advertising display board. This very clean example has a deep pale wood frame and is detailed for the supplier and manufacturer "Guest Keen and Nettlefolds (Midlands) Ltd Screw Division", otherwise referred to as 'GKN'. The logo 'a castellated keep' for the company is also in the centre of the display surrounded by several hundred items set out in starburst patterns. A great piece of advertising not readily found today. All original and in good order. Exterior 34" x 28" and 3" front to back. Display visible 28.75" x 22.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, 19th century sheet brass tobacco dispensing box. Originally used in Taverns and Ale Houses on bar tops or tables, permitting the smoker to obtain a pipeful of tobacco for 1d. Although often referred to as Georgian, this model will only take a penny of the type used in the Victorian period or later. The rectangular box is mounted on four ball feet and has two hinged lids. The left hand compartment beneath the slot is for the coins and can only be opened with the key, the right hand compartment is for the tobacco and can only be accessed by placing a 1d coin in the slot or when the left hand side is unlocked. Smokers wishing to gain access to the tobacco would put a penny in the slot, press down the button and the lid of the tobacco compartment would spring open. One was trusted to shut the lid when a pipeful was taken, or a fine would be made, hence the nickname "Honesty Box". The loop handle to the centre of the top is well positioned for a balanced lift and the steel key is an old replacement altered to suit. A superb, honesty box, complete and in good and working order with ten old pennies included. 7" tall including handle. 9.5" x 5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century cylindrical shaped two tone glazed stoneware bird drinker / feeder. This super example has 'P' impressed to the top, probably for Pint, a carry knop to the top, a drinking aperture to the front and transfer printed with vines around. The underside is stamped "Stiff & Sons Lambeth London". Complete and in good order. 6.5" tall and 4" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 1950's nicely weathered cast concrete garden urns of an unusual shape and in two sections. Very heavy, very sturdy and covered in lichen. Both the urns have a drain hole, so ideal for planting up and both are complete and in good order, with no major chips and no cracks. 23.5" top diam + bases 15" diam. Total height 29" + 9" internal depth of urn. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality superb matching pair of warthog skulls on oak shields circa 1910 / 1920's mounted by "H. Murray and Son of Cairnforth". The original well detailed paper labels for the Taxidermists Murray and Son is fixed to the reverse of both the matching oak backboards. The larger male skull has two small teeth missing from the front, but the other female skull has a complete set of teeth, and the male has the tip of one of the larger tusks missing, lost no doubt during battles during its life. A great looking pair of skulls with good shields and labels. The best we have seen. Both shields 21.5" x 10.75". Male total 11" wide and 11" front to back. Female total 9" wide and 9" front to back. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century copper powder flask with a brass top mount. This near mint condition flask is in a matt copper finish showing very little if any use. The body is covered with an embossed design of rope netting with a cameo of a brace of hanging game birds to the front. The brass top mount again in a matt finish has four adjustments in drams and the maker's mark "G & JW. Hawksley Sheffield". A very elaborate example in super condition and complete and in good and working order. 8" x 3" x 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's hanging electric light fitting with a white circular and domed glass shade mounted in the original cast brass shade holder in the old bronzed unpolished finish. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder and with a replacement ceiling rose with an olive grip in bronzed on brass. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. 8" tall plus flex plus ceiling rose 1.5". Shade 10" diam and ceiling rose 2.5" diam. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other view.

A pair of original, quality large nickel plated door fingerplates, circa 1900, with a hammered effect finish. These much larger than average fingerplates are plated on copper and each has ten screw holes for mounting. Polished, lacquered and complete and in good order. 21" x 4". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 18th or early 19th century large 'D' shaped stone sink with a drainage hole to the floor at the front. This good example has a super colouring of lichen to the outside surface and a clean, smooth finish inside. No cracks and will hold water if required with the drainage hole blocked and complete and in good and working order. Exterior 32" wide at back x 25.5" front to back and 10" tall. Interior 27" wide x 21" front to back and 7" deep. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century three piece set of cream coloured ceramic tilting Ewer on a stand with matching rectangular shaped Basin / Wash bowl. The stand is embossed to each side and gilt lining to the edges and the basin and ewer have matching transfer floral decoration of pale purple and pink clematis type flower and leaves and both the ewer and bowl are impressed to the underside with the registration number for the year 1891. Some minor stains to the interior of the basin and one lug restored to the pivot area of the ewer. A really super tilting wash basin set the first we have seen of this model and ready for use. Ewer on stand 12.5" x 9" front to back and 14" tall. Bowl 15.75" x 13" x 5" tall. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century 24" long surface mounted brass door bolts with the original keeps. Each bolt backplate has nine countersunk screw holes for mounting and each keep has three. These unusually long superb quality bolts have shaped ends to the both the bolts and keeps and shaped brass finial grips on the iron rod bolts, also for strength, the backplates are double skinned with the an iron plate behind. This pair of bolts need seeing to believe them. Complete and in good and working order. Bolt 24" x 1.5" and keep 2.5" x 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century green tinted glass oil lamp shade with a flared out wavy top section in bolder green fading downwards. The main body section has Art Nouveau designs of flowers and leaves. Will fit a standard, duplex double wick burner gallery. One minor blemish but no chips or cracks, otherwise complete and in good order. 7" tall x 8" widest and 3.75" lower aperture. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century silver plated corinthian column oil side lamp with a cut glass font and a "Hinks" patent twin wick burner and gallery. This super example has a reeded and tapered column mounted on a seven step square base. The cut glass font has a multi-faceted hobnail type pattern and the wick controls are mounted with white ceramic inserts each detailing "Hinks Duplex Patent". All is complete and in good and working order and the best we have had for a long time. The chimney is included in the price but the shade is not although it may well be available ref code: OS121. 36" tall with chimney. 27.5" tall without chimney. Base 6.75" square. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Nutmeg Grater See our "Kitchenalia" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality pressed steel nutmeg grater with a simple sprung loaded nutmeg and a drum rasp with a cranked turning handle. The handle is stamped with a patent number to the year 1926. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. 7" x 1.5" x 3" including handle. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality large two handled mug commemorating King Edward's Coronation in 1902. With crown and cushion depicted on the reverse. Complete and in good order. 5.75" tall, 5.75" diameter of rim. Click on photo for larger view.

Original, quality late 19th century bell shaped 14lbs grocers' / butchers' counter weight. This example has a fixed ring shaped grip to the top and "14" embossed to the front. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good order. 8" tall and 4.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Oak Purdonium Original, quality late 19th century oak purdonium (coal box) in the aesthetic movement style. This most unusual example in honey coloured oak has inlays of pewter plaques within the stylised arrowroot heads to the sides and back as part of the fretted out design. The pull down front reveals the galvanised liner for the coal and an old replacement brass shovel; the front panel has carved decoration with a brass pull handle and a pair of decorative brass hinges and the back panel to the cabinet has a carved detail also. All has been cleaned and refinished and is complete and in good and working order. 34" tall at back. Main body 13.5" wide + 13.5" front to back. Total 20" widest + 15" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, early 19th century, all brass larger than average surface mounted door lock, with a replacement keep made to suit and a replacement key cut to fit. This superb example has a sliding brass knob operated from the inside of the room only and a key lock operated from both inside and out. The handle slide and key operate the same tongue and the key overides the handle action. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra. A super lock, the first we have seen of this form in brass. Incidentally apart from the springs all the internal mechanism is in brass. Lock 10" x 6" and 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early 19th century fully decorated Police Truncheon in walnut with a fancy turned grip and the original painted decoration detailing a red shield with diagonal gold stripes beneath "GR" and a c rown and "IIII" for the Reign of King George the Fourth. One hole drilled in the grip to take a strap and one chip to the end of grip, otherwise complete and in good order. 16" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other vies.

Original, quality circa 1900, six drawer oak filing cabinet. Each drawer interior measures 6.5" tall x 8.25" wide and 14" front to back and all are fitted with brass label frames with pull handles. The main body has two stacking sections which fit onto the base unit (see picture) and all is in superb condition. Complete and in good and working order. 33.5" tall x 30.5" widest and 16.75" front to back at top. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Rival No.2 Apple Peeler Original, quality, late 19th century, cast iron mechanical apple peeler. One of the largest models produced and made for the hotel, catering and canning industry. This example is embossed "Rival No.2", "96", "Patented, June 25 1889" and was manufactured and patented in the USA. This hand operated machine would be screwed to a table or bench and will speedily treat an apple with all necessary to peel, spiral cut and remove the core and ultimately ejecting the spiral of apple and core as separate actions, one cut with a knife and the spiral becomes segments. All is complete, fully overhauled, cleaned and lacquered and it has to be seen working to believe how quickly it will process an apple. Base 9.75" x 4.5", 27" shortest, 33" longest, 15.5" tall and 7" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century all copper J Foots & Son patent Methylated spirit burner and heater as manufacturer for use with Steam Bath Cabinets. This most unusual heater has five pieces plus the original copper measure / filling cup. The five pieces comprise the heater body in two pieces the vessel for the water to boil into create steam, the reservoir for the meths with triple burners and the wick snuffer for the same. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, fully overhauled and should work if required. 12" tall x 9.5" wide including handles. Base 7.5" diam and measure 3.5" tall + 2.5" diam base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Oil LampSee our "Oil Lamps" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality, late 19th century, superb brass urn shaped oil side lamp, with a lift out font and styalised serpent side handles, all mounted on a block brass pedestal. Three sides of the pedestal are embossed and engraved with designs of grapes, vines and leaves and the other is detailed "Presented to John Hanna Esq J.P. by the Ashton Under Lyne Caledonian Association, July 21st 1896. Burns Centenary". The main body is profusely embossed and engraved with designs of grapes, vines and leaves as on the pedestal, and the lift out font has a reeded design to match that on the foot of the urn. The twin 1" wick oil burner is a top of the range 'Hinks' burner in brass, with a white ceramic button to the wick control and marked "Hinks Duplex No 2" and has a gallery lifting device to enable the lamp to be lit without removing the shade or chimney. This burner has the side lug attachments to lock onto the top collar and is stamped "Hinks and Sons Patent". The glass chimney is included in the price but the shade is not and is no longer available. All is polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. A very unusual oil lamp with an interesting dedication. Complete and in good and working order. Plinth 5.25" x 5.25" base, 10.5" widest + 7.5" front to back excluding shade, 28" tall with chimney + 19" without. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century walnut cutlery tray with a central divider with a central grip and fretted sides and ends, all held tight with four shaped wedges. The interior is lined in green baize, which has been pinned down and is rather worn and scruffy, but the original. All in the original finish with fresh baize fitted to the underside and complete and in good and working order. 14.5" x 10.5" and 6.25" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality run of late 19th century matching cast iron balustrades for a set of open stairs, all with super cast detail. These have been sandblasted in the past and do show the finely detailed casting. The lower section has Acanthus leaf decoration and mythical fish designs and the upper section, a face to both sides. The reverse has a registration lozenge mark for the year 1842 to 1883. All are complete and in good order. 39" x 7.25" and 2.5" front to back. Main stem 2" front to back max at base. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900, large continental glass gas shade fitted with an old replacement brass shade holder to fit a standard modern UK electric bulb holder. Has been wired with modern three core silk covered electric flex and a new brass bulb holder with a length of new brass chain and a replacement new brass ceiling rose. This super shade in the "maid's bonnet" form has a good vaseline colour to the centre flowing into an opaline colour for the very wavy outer rim. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. Shade 11.25" diam + 6.5" tall with holder + 15.5" chain and 2" rose x 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century continental egg shaped blue overlaid on clear glass Newel Post Finial with cut decoration and the original brass shoulder and screw in mounting plate. The recessed mounting plate has three countersunk screw holes for fixing. The cut design to the glass is stars of differing sizes. Complete and in good order and perfect. 7" tall x 3.25" widest. Base of brass mounts 2.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century 4'6" iron bedstead with all the original brass fittings, casters and side rails. All is in the old black paint and complete and in good order. This bedstead would just wash down to a used look ready for use, or it could be stripped and stove enamelled or hand painted and the brass could also be polished up and lacquered. But today this bed is being offered as is but in good and complete condition. Head end 57" tall x 55" wide. Foot end 46.5" tall x 55" wide. Total when set up 80" x 55" + 15" to top of side rails. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of post-war reconstituted stone garden 'Urn' planters in a goblet shape. Each planter will lift off the short base with neck. This pair of planters have weathered to a good finish with moss and lichen, are complete with no chips or damage and are currently planted up with miniature chrysanthemums. Great lookers, ready to go. Complete and in good order. 24" tall + 18" widest and base 11" square. Click on photo for larger view.

Original, quality heavy brass loo door lock set, circa 1900 complete with all the necessary pieces. This lock was manufactured for use with 6d but will also operate using new 1p coins. The main body is impressed for the manufacturer "Lockerbie and Wilkinson Ltd Tipton Staffs" and all has been fully overhauled polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. This lock is designed to be mounted on the outside of an inward opening door and is handed. When the coin is inserted, the locked door can be opened and when the bolt is drawn across on the inside, another coin will not be accepted for another person to enter. Only when the bolt is drawn back on the inside, can another person gain entry. Each time the bolt is operated the indicator will change vacant to engaged or vice verca. All the fitting are original with the exception of the keys and the keep for the bolt these have been made to suit and now all is complete and in good and working order. A super brass loo lock. Lock box 18" x 5" x 2.25". Price is per set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century gavel turned in lignum vitae or could it be laburnam ? This superb example, one of best I have seen, has the remains of the maker's stamp in London on both sides of the head and the two colours of the grain is clear to see. A well balanced, very tactile gavel. Complete and in good and working order. 6.75" x 2.75" and 2" diam each head. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality set of seven matching late 19th century brass intercom bells, a variety of sizes but all are matching. These examples have brass mounts, steel springs and a decorative brass central boss and are often now referred to as "Downtown Abbey Bells". Can be pulled from either left or right and are for use with a tight wire, non-electrical bell system. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock. The mounting plates, rear springs and central bosses are replacements, copied from an original and have been made to suit. The ironwork has been cleaned and repainted black and the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. Largest 10" tall x 5.25" wide and 4" front to back. Bell mouths 4" x 3.5". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Butchers Stoneware Ox Tongue Tub Original, quality late 19th century barrel shaped cream coloured glazed stoneware storage tub originally used to store cured ox tongues in Butchers' Shops. This example has been manufactured to accurately resemble a barrel with faux slats and bands and a hole to the base for a tap and cup handles to each side. The interior is glazed in pale blue and has two minor short hairline cracks from the top (see picture), all is complete and in good and working order otherwise. The top is fitted with a lift off and hinged pine lid with cast iron hinges and steel pull handle.Very heavy and only the second one we have seen. Barrel 26.5" tall and 1" lid. 18.5" widest and inside top aperture 13.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

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Original, quality late 19th century pine stool, a little taller than average. This good solid example has four tapered square legs, one oak stretcher to the front and an old replacement rectangular shaped top with a good cut out hand hold. All is complete and in good and working order. 25.5" tall and top 13" x 10". Spread of legs on floor 15.5" x 13". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's good sized brass electric hall lantern in the Moorish style with a square body with canted corners and shaped windows. Replacement frosted glass panels have been fitted to the eight side panels and the underside and has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Replacement brass ceiling rose and length of brass chain is included and all is complete and in good and working order. Lantern 19.5" tall + 7.75" square. Chain 17.5" + rose 2.5" and 3.75" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original quality late 19th century superb cast brass fishing reel with a cowhorn side grip and much of the original green bronzed finish. This example has a swivel spool for casting and is impressed "Malloch's patent" for the manufacturer Malloch's of Perth Scotland. Complete and in good and working order. Spool 3.25" diam, plate 3.75" diam and total 4.5" x 5" x 3" including winding handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

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Original, quality post-war wall mounted thermometer issued by "Bass & Co". This example is mounted on a rectangular shaped beech backboard with an arched top and transfer detailed with temperatures and bottling dates. The plates and grille cover to the glass tube are in brass and have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, as are the mounting plates. Some wear to the varnish finish, otherwise complete and in good and working order. Backboard 21" x 4.75" x 7/8". Total including mounting plates 22.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century very decorative cast brass door handles, with a threaded standard square bar and grub screw adjustment system to fit both mortice and rim locks and latches. Replacement circular plain brass backplates have been made to suit. This super pair have curled under acanthus leaf forms radiating outwards from the central flower head. Each backplate has two concealed countersunk screw holes for mounting. Complete and in good and working order. Backplate 2.25", knob 2.25" and 2" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of circa 1900, spherical shaped stoneware match strikers with a textured buff coloured body and a blue top rim and lining to the recess to hold the matches. The undersides are impressed for the manufacturer "Royal Doulton" and "7492". Complete and in good order. 3" tall and 4" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality set of five matching brass grocers' / butchers' shop counter weights from 7lb down to 8 ounces of the tapered cylindrical form. These weights are stamped to the underside for the manufacturer "Wm Parnall & Co 108 Victoria St Bristol" and with the registration number for the year 1885. The top of each weight is stamped accordingly, Patent 7 pounds, 4 pounds, 2 pounds, 1 pound and 8oz. All have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Tallest 5.75" and 2.75" base diam. Shortest 2" tall and 1.25" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, silver plated on Brittannia metal, patent 'SYP' teapot manufactured by 'James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield' circa 1900 / 1920's. The odd shaped lid / cover is detailed "Patent SYP Patent London England" and the underside of the teapot is detailed for the manufacturer and "EPBM". The principle of this kettle is for the leaves to be placed above the perforated divider when the teapot is stood on its feet with the lid in place, and when the brew is the desired strength the teapot is to be stood as normal and hence the leaves would be held out of the liquid so the tea would not over strengthen (stew). The knob to the lid is made of a composition material and the plating is generally very bright and clean. "S.Y.P", 'Simple Yet Perfect', a most unusual patent teapot, in superb condition with just one small dent to the side. 9" tall x 6.5" and 9.5" front to back including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's chromed electric hotplate for use on the sideboard or dining table. This super clean example has a polished aluminium top surface, black composition bun feet and side handles and chromed side panels. The front has two electric switches and the reverse has a rewired electric kettle type socket plug and a standard three pin flat electric plug. The reverse is stamped "Brit Reg. Design No" for the year 1929 and the underside has the original manufacturer's label detailing "Hotpoint, made in England Cat No 80712, Watts 240, Volts 230 / 250". Has been fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order. Top plate 20" x 10". Total including handles 23.5" x 10.5" x 4". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century curved cast brass instruction plate from a "Wessex and Thorpe Patent Bucket Fire Extinguisher". This curved shaped plaque has two bolt holes for mounting and is detailed "In case of fire remove cover and lift out seven buckets full of water", "M567" and "Dockhead London SE". Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good order. 9.25" x 7.25". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's rectangular shaped cast iron railway notice repainted to the face in white raised upper cased text on black. This example has four countersunk screw holes for mounting and details "Notice Platelayers and others must be careful when opening out ballast on this bridge not to damage the asphalte". Complete and in good order. 16.5" x 10" x 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century arched top window frame is oak or elm with green, yellow and red glazed leaded light panels. The frame is sturdy, in good order and still has much of the old paint and the glazing lead and glass in all perfect. Complete and in good order. 33.5" wide x 27" tall and 4" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century cast iron garden urns with a flared and turned over top rim, an acron shaped cup to the lower half and square plinths. This pair each cast in one piece, are nicely weathered and complete and in good order. Ideal for planting up or as period garden ornaments. 20.5" tall, 15.75" widest and bases 6.75" square. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of spherical shaped ribbed brass door knobs with matching circular backplates circa 1900, with a threaded standard square bar and grub screw adjustment system to fit both mortice and rim locks and latches. Each backplate has two countersunk screw holes for mounting. A very clean pair of door knobs. Complete and in good and working order. Backplate 2" diam, knob 1.75" and 2.25" front to back. Price is per pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century copper powder flask decorated in relief with vertical bead designs and cushioned sections between. The three way adjustable spout is impressed for the manufacturer "Dixon and Sons", and both sides of the neck has the registration lozenge mark for the year 1858. All in the unpolished patina finish and apart from a few very minor dents all is complete and in good and working order. 7.75" x 3.25" x 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900 / 1920's three piece stone bird bath of an unusual shape. The lower base section of a triangular shape has two areas for water with the central column resembling a tree trunk and the top circular section again for water. Each section just sits on top of the others but it does stand well enough for a bird bath. Complete and in good order. Total height 31" top 16" x 4.5". Base 31" x 24" x 8". Column 20" x 6" approx. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, 1920's, copper ice bucket with an enamelled white interior to the bucket, brass side handles and a knob turned in cow horn to the lid. The underside of the handles and the inner rim of the lid are impressed 'W.A.S Benson Patent'. One small dent to the top rim otherwise all is in superb order. This is only the second we have seen. Has been lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 10.5" wide including handles, 8" front to back and 9" tall including lid. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1960's huge cast concrete planter of gigantic proportions. This example has four drainage holes to the base and is complete and in good and working order with no chips or cracks and very heavy. Top exterior diam 33.5" and 24.5" tall. Top interior diam 30". Interior base diam 12.5" approx. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's oval shaped tin Barrister's / Judge's Wig box complete with the wig. This tin is in super condition with a black japanned finish and gold line decoration to the outside and a hasp to the front. The top is detailed for the previous owner "Maxine J. Sugden" and the inner surface of the lid has a transfer label for the makers "Ede & Ravenscroft Law Wig & Robe makers 93/4 Chancery Lane London". Some minor scuffs to the box and one small dent to one end, otherwise all is complete and in good order and the wig appears complete and wearable if required. 10.25" x 7.5" and 4" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century Rotary Hat Iron in the original card box with the original instruction sheet printed to both sides. This example is in mint condition as is the original printed leaflet, although the box is scruffy and has one end flap missing. This was a must for every Lady or Gent who wore a silk top hat. Complete and in good and working order. Box 9.75" x 2.25" x 1.25". Iron 9" x 2" x 1.1/8". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century galvanised well bucket of good proportions. This very clean example is in the bellied shaped with riveted central and side seams, a thick foot band and a swing over handle with a swivel eye. This bucket has seen very little use for the galvanised finish has no rust or damage. Well buckets were this shape to prevent the water spilling out on the way up the well. Complete and in good and working order. Bucket 17" tall plus handle 9" up and top aperture 9" diam plus 13" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality olivewood or rosewood extending folding bookrack with super brass mounts in the original matt finish on well detailed grained wood. Each end has a brass plaque detailing "Betjeman's 16947", the underside has a good felt covering, and the elasticated connectors are still elasticated. All has been cleaned and is complete and in good and working order. A most unusual example. 13.5" x 6" x 1.75" tall folded down and 6.5" open. Space for books min 10.25" and max 17.5".

Original, quality late 19th century small London pattern steel milk churn with a swing over wrought iron handle, a brass hinge plate to the lid and a brass hasp and catch to the front with an old brass padlock and key. This very unusual example for the size and this shape, has been cleaned with the brass fittings polished and a replacement key made for the padlock. All looks very presentable, although it does have several pin sized rust holes to the collar and three to the lid (see picture five), otherwise complete and in good order. 15.5" tall with handle down. 19" tall with handle up. 10.5" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, mahogany wall telephone, fully restored and converted to work perfectly on a standard modern B.T. telephone line. This No11 type was introduced in 1902 and was superseded in 1929, but remained in service for many years. Originally without dials, but later fitted on request, although many continued to be used without the dial. This example arrived without a dialling mechanism and the correct No12 replacement has been fitted during the conversion work. This telephone has been completely dismantled, cleaned, fitted with various replacement parts, overhauled and tested. Full details of the work carried out and a list of replacement parts fitted with photos of before and after are included with the purchase. All is now complete and in good and working order. Backboard 19.5" x 10.25", body 4.5" front to back, widest 13.5", max 11.5" front to back including fittings. Click on photo for larger and other views

Original, quality late 19th century carpenter's / cabinet makers fully fitted tool chest. This super example has a black painted exterior and a superb mahogany interior comprising six sliding units over the base cavity with a sliding cover. The base was designed to hold the moulding planes and saws and the other sections for the rest of the hand tools. The lid interior is also panelled in mahogany and it has the exterior of the lid. The original drop down wrought iron carry handles are still fitted as is the original key. All is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 35" x 22.5" x 22.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century Doulton of Lambeth "Silicon Ware" tobacco jar, in the very realistic form of a 14lb cast iron weight. This superb example, the first we have owned has a hall marked silver mount and ring to the lid and the original square inner tobacco 'pressing block'. The underside of the base is impressed "Doulton Silicon Lambeth", "K", "KS" and "2777", the number '277' is also impressed on the inner pressing block. All is complete and in good order and is as realistic as it looks. 5.5" tall x 3.75" square base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of circa 1900, very thin spherical shaped clear glass gas shades with vertical opaline stripes. These shades have been fitted with replacement, lacquered brass shade holders to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. This pair appears to have been unused and both have etched details of the manufacturer in Czechoslovakia. A super pair of gas globes and perfect. Will also fit old 3.5" gas galleries. 6" tall including holder x 5.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 1920's serious Art Nouveau cast brass electric wall lights in a sinewy plant-like form with decorative backplates of acanthus leaves and a flower head to take the superb pair of vaseline glass shades. These shades have a diagonal twist, frilly flared outer edges and a good vaseline colour throughout. These wall lights are probably continental and have been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. The shades look so good with the lights they are being sold with the shades. A pair of small brass brackets made to suit for wall mounting are included, again polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good and working order with no chips or blemishes. Backplate 11.25" x 3.5", total 12.5" tall, 7" wide and 10" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900, large continental glass gas shade fitted with an old replacement brass shade holder to fit a standard modern UK electric bulb holder. Has been wired with modern three core silk covered electric flex and a new brass bulb holder with a length of new brass chain and a replacement new brass ceiling rose. This super shade in the "maid's bonnet" form has an embossed cushioned design with clear glass to the centre flowing into an opaline band with a cranberry colour to the outer wavy and fluted rim. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. Shade 11" diam + 6.5" tall including holder + 15.5" chain + 2" rose x 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 18th or early 19th century pierced steel serpentine shaped fender. This early example has a slatted vertical pierced design with a shaped bead and the original sheet iron floor. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 55.5" x 5.25" + 5" tall. Interior 4" front to back at centre. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality 23" tall brass shell cases, ' Trench Art ' punch decorated with a flower stem, a flower, a bud and leaves, deeply embossed on a finely punched background detail. The undersides are both stamped ' 1918 ' and with other numbers. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are in good order. 23" tall and 4" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century matching brass fire iron stands. The first we have seen. These super stands have rosettes to the base at the front, curved upstands with a bar rest and grip to the top and cast brass supports to the base at the rear. All has an aesthetic movement feel and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. These stands are just perfect for a set of fire irons. 18.5" x 9" x 10" front to back each. The fire irons are not included in the price but may well be available ref code F575. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century steel letter opener and long bladed scissors with decorative brass handles and a slip in brass case all embossed with Art Nouveau floral designs. The steel blades are stamped "Germany", all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Total 9.5" x 2" x 1". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century very unusual copper half kettle with a turned wooden handle to the front, a pouring spout, a lift off semi-circular shaped lid with a brass finial and a look to the reverse for hanging on the front of the grate or range. Good tinning to the interior, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 6" tall, base 7.75" x 3.75", 9" wide including spout and 8" front to back including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900, wall mounted hall brush set in superb condition. This example has three different size clothes and hat brushes with honey coloured oak back mounts, suspended on hooks fitted to the face of the shield shaped board in matching coloured oak. As good as it looks, no loose or missing bristles and ideal for use. Complete and in good and working order. Shield 16" x 11.5" and total including brushes 3" front to back. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1930's kitchen / dining table of super proportions ' long and narrow '. This table appears to be in Chestnut and has square section legs and recessed fillets to the ends of the top. All has been cleaned and waxed and is complete and in good and working order. 30.5" tall x 78.5" x 30.5" and 23.5" tall to underskirt. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of 1920's moulded clear glass door knobs with circular brass backplates and a square bar to fit a standard mortice lock or latch. The cast brass backplates each have four countersunk screw holes for mounting and a beaded decoration in relief to the inner and outer rims. A super pair of door handles with not a chip or blemish in sight. Complete and in good and working order. Backplates 2.5" diam, knob 2.5" diam and 2.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality early 19th century cast bronze 56lb bell shaped weight in the old patinated unpolished green colour. This super very hard to find weight was the largest denomination of this shape manufactured. This example is in great condition with many stamped details '56lbs' to the top of the grip "1826" with the coffee pot mark, "A" to one side of the shoulder, "G" beneath a Crown for the Reign of King George IV and a shield form to the other side. Complete and in good order. 11.5" tall and base 7.25" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 1920's enamel advertising signs detailing 'Colman's Starch' in white text on blue and "Colman's Mustard" in black text on yellow. Both are marked to the lower edge for the manufacturer "Patent Enamel Co Ltd B'ham". Some damage to the enamel around a few screw holes but otherwise very clean and bright signs and complete. 12" x 8 each. Click on photo for larger and other view.

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Original, quality circa 1900, large advertising mirror in the original frame. The mirror details "Cadburys Chocolate Delicious & Wholesome" and the bottom of the glass is etched "This is the property of Cadbury Bros Ltd Eng" and "Cadbury Bournville". Some very minor blemishes to the right side edge and the left hand lower corner. The original frame has lost most of its paint finish and we have repainted in black. The original backing board has been turned to hide when it was used as a notepad next to a telephone: see picture. Otherwise all original and in superb order and a great find. 36" x 25.75" exterior frame. 33.75" x 24" visible mirror. 1.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality unused late 19th century cast iron bootscraper to be mounted into a stone slab or similar. This superb example has been cleaned and lacquered to show the detail, but it can be painted black if required. The main body has a pair of stylised fish (dolphins) with a scallop shell between all in good detail, and the top scraper bar is embossed for the iron foundry "Baldwin". When mounting, the tapered and square bottom lugs are to be dropped into square holes in the slab and filled with hot lead. All is complete and in good and working order. 11" tall x 11" widest and 2"front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's brass electric reading lamp with the original green overlaid on white glass trough shade. This superb example has a square brass base with cast iron weight to the underside, a square brass stem and a shaped square tubed shade support; the lamp is adjustable with a locking knuckle above the stem and the glass shade will swivel up and down. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder, in-line switch and a three pin plug. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. A great example complete and in good and working order. 19" tall x 11" wide + 7" front to back. Shade 9" x 3" x 5.5" front to back. Base 5.5" square.

Original, quality, very unusual, patented, cast iron crimping iron in the form of a standard laundry iron, but with a hinged body containing a pair of cast brass grooved crimping plates. The top surface has the locking tab and is embossed 'Pat'd Dec 12. 1871'. Has been cleaned and waxed finished and is complete and in good order. A scarce example. 5.75" long x 3.25" and 5.25" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Shove Halfpenny Board Original, quality 1920's / 30's, mahogany shove halfpenny board, with ten old polished halfpennies as game counters. This unusual example has boxwood stringing inlay and fine ribbing to the game area and the reverse has felt protective covering. All is complete and in superb order ready for a game. 23" x 15.75" + 1.75". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century surface mounted 12.5" long brass door bolts with replacement keeps made to suit. A super pair of bolts with shaped finial grips. The backplates to the body of the bolts each have six countersunk screw holes for mounting and the keeps each have two. All has been fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and they are complete and in good and working order. Bolt 12.5" x 1.5" and keep 1" x 1.5".

Original, quality late 19th century block of well detailed grained walnut fashioned to appear as a period tea caddy on ball feet. Well executed and a treat to see. Complete and in good order. 4.75" tall x 6.75" wide and 4.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original quality, late 19th century, superb oak bucket made in the form of a barrel with heavy brass bands, screws and a swing handle. The bands are scallop engraved to the edges and the top band reads 'One Lord' in upper case, the second reads 'One Faith' and the third 'One Baptism'. Each dome headed screw is cross slotted. The oak has been cleaned and refinished and all the brass has been lacquered. A very unusual item in wonderful and complete condition. Barrel 13.25" high, base 8.25", widest 9.5" and 19.25" high with handle up. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass crib mounted on a mahogany stepped plinth on bun feet with a set of four replacement pegs turned to suit. Complete and in good and working order. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass photograph frame with a fold flat easel type backstand. This good example has a wide frame of interlocking brass rings with an inner border. The front has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Will take a photo 6" x 4.25" with 5.5" x 3.75" visible from the front. Complete and in good order. Frame exterior 8" x 6.5" and 3" front to back when standing. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's 'D' shaped brass umbrella stand with three upright pillars supporting a six section top mount with three brass finials. All is mounted on a cast iron shaped base with lift out 'D' shaped zinc drip pan with two ring lifts. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. 24" tall + 16.75" wide at back and 8.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality candlestick telephone with a bakelite mouthpiece and cover to the earpiece. The dial version of this model was introduced in the early 1920's and was phased out in the late 1930's. During the recent restoration and conversion this example has been completely disassembled and cleaned, some parts and the cord have been renewed and full details of the work carried out with a list of all replacement parts fitted is included. This example is stamped to the collar beneath the mouthpiece "Manufactured by the G.E.C. Telephone Works Coventry England". The conversion will now enable this telephone to be used on a standard modern BT Line, all has been fully overhauled and tested and is complete and in good and working order. 13" tall and base 5" diam. Total 6" widest and 6" front to back. Click on photo for lager and other view.

Large Silver Witches Ball Original, quality, late 19th century, silver coloured free blown 'witches ball' with a neck and a sheared top, a later wire loop for hanging has been fitted and the original string net is included. This super example has a few blemishes to the mercury mirror interior, some good glass blowing lines, otherwise complete and in good order. We have not seen these in the nets before. These glass balls are said to have properties to ward off evil and witches, but I believe they were used in the larger houses and shops to throw around the light from the candle and oil lighting. 14" tall including neck but excluding wire, 12" diameter. Other similar balls may well be available. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 1920's superb cast brass electric side lights in the Gothic revival form. Both these are impressed to the underside for the maker "Wippell & Co Ltd, Exeter & London". This pair are in the form of candlesticks probably ecclesiastical with hexagonal bases on six brass ball feet and the undersides are in the original red paint, as often found on church brass items. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. A most unusual pair of side lamps. 19" tall to tip of bulb and 6.5" base diam widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, black ceramic interior bell pulls, for use with a tight wire, non-electrical bell system. This most unusual pair have circular ceramic backplates, with gilt lining, matching black ceramic central pull knobs and brass collars and mounts. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock and other bell fittings of differing types may also be available. Fully overhauled, complete and in good order. Backplate 4" diameter, knob 1.25" + 2.25" front to back and 1.5" x 0.5" to be recessed. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of tall 'Trench Art' punch decorated brass shell cases. This superb pair are deeply embossed overall with a hunting scene in the forest with birds in the trees, a large stag, a dog at its heels and a hunter aiming his gun at the stag. Full of detail with a band of acorns and oak leaves above and beneath. The undersides are stamped "Patronn Fabrik" and one has "1917" and the other "1918". Complete and in good order. 21" tall, base 4.5" diam and top 4" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 1920's vaseline glass electric light shades with vertical opaline stripes and wavy outer rims. Great to find a pair, perfect and complete and in good and working order. 4.5" tall and 5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, pitch pine two door cabinet, with a fully fitted interior with pigeonholes. This super cabinet has fielded panels to the door, a good plinth and top in pitch pine with the interior fitted in softer pine. All is generally clean inside and out with a lock and key to the doors. Probably originally used as an estate cupboard or in a post room or office, nevertheless a very useful cabinet. 46" tall x 50" x 14" external and 11.5" front to back internal. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass electric desk lamp with a heavy cast brass octagonal shaped base with a decorative Art Deco design in relief. The shaped stem supporting the trough shade has a knuckle / swivel to the base which permits movement of the arm up, down and side to side. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder, in-line switch and a three pin plug. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. A most unusual example. Base 5.75" diam. Tall when up 11.75". Widest 9". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass large hat and coat hook with a decorated stem, black ceramic finials and a cast brass backplate with four countersunk screw holes for mounting. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Another similar coat hook may well be available ref code: CH727. Total 9" tall x 5.25" front to back and backplate 2" wide x 1.75". Price is for each. Click on photo for larger view.

Original, quality late 19th century Muffin Seller's brass handbell with two bell domes and clapper, a turned fruitwood handle with a brass ferrule and a ring to the end. The wooden grip is impressed 1888 and the brass is polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A great sounding bell. Complete and in good and working order. 9" x 4" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century cast brass candlesticks in the realistic form of "Eagle Talons" with good detail. The shoulders have acanthus leaf forms and the candlesticks have plain drip pans but no visible maker marks. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 5.5" tall x 3" wide x 3.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1930's oval shaped drinks tray in "Australian Blackwood" with a chromed gallery. This super example with handles to each end has a paper label to the underside detailing "Shott & Son Manufacturers Blackwood Souvenirs 60 George Street Launceston Tasmania" and on the tray top a small chromed plated plaque in the shape of Tasmania (the island) and detailed "TASMANIA". A super find in super condition and complete. 22" x 14" x 2.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Matching pair of original, quality, brass coal vases complete with the original steel lift out liners. This superb pair of coal tubs have vase shaped bodies on three legs, two side ring handles, a cluster finial to the domed lid, a registration number to the underside of the lid for the year 1902 and the maker's mark to the underside of the vase for "Henry Loveridge and Co of Birmingham". The steel liners are a work of art on their own, by far the best we have seen and each with a pair of side ring lifting handles. These vases are in superb condition with only very very minor dents if any, consistent with very little use. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and the liners cleaned and repainted black. All is complete and in good and working order. Each 18" tall x 16" widest including side handle. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century pierced and engraved brass fender of a good size. This super example has a pierced and engraved decoration of leaves and berries or stylised acorns with cast brass mounts in the form of a Tudor Rose. The steel floor has been cleaned and repainted black and the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Some old alterations have been made to the floor and the feet to the back edge are replacements but all is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 54" x 8" tall x 12.5" front to back. Interior 53" x 11.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's, huge cast brass letter flap detailed in deep relief to the letter flap "Letters" in upper cased Gothic style text. Replacement nuts, washers and bolts have been fitted and the original springs are good and strong. All has been polished and is complete and in good and working order. This example was taken from a Midland Bank and is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 16" x 8", aperture 12" x 3.5", bolt centres 14.5" x 6.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's two piece cast iron Cobblers' revolving nail cup, as used on the workbench for easy access to a range of sizes of nails and tacks when repairing shoes. This example is embossed "AJK Nail Cup" to the base. 'AJK' is for A Kenrick & Sons the iron founder from West Bromwich. These nail cups are also ideal for a desk tidy for paper clips and elastic bands etc. or for peanuts and crisps and similar. Cleaned and lacquered and complete and in good and working order. 4" tall, 8.75" widest and plinth 5.25" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century superb cast brass hat and coat hook of good heavy proportions with four screw holes for mounting. Both the hat peg and the lower coat hook are decorated in an "Egyptian" type detail, almost hieroglyphics and the reverse of the backplate is stamped "JC&S" for the manufacturer. The first we have seen of this model. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. Backplate 2" x 1.75", total 5" tall and 5" front to back. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, superb, 19th century, much larger than average cast brass hat and coat hook, with a rope twist stem, a decorative cast brass backplate with four countersunk screw holes for mounting and the most wonderful spherical shaped cut amber coloured glass finials and the backplate has a design of acanthus leaves. One hook has a super top finial larger than the one below and one hook has finials of the same larger size. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good order. One of the best examples of hat and coat hooks we have had to date. Backplate 3.5" x 2.5", total 10" and 6" front to back. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality circa 1900 / 1920's embossed brass cylindrical string holder with a decorated lid with a hole to centre for the string and the original pair of scissors in a holder to the side. The string holder has an embossed design of dragonflies and plants in an Art Nouveau style, all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. Tub 3" tall and 3.5" diam. Total height including scissors 5.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 18th/early 19th century fancy copper samovar/tea urn, complete with the brass tap with a green stained ivory finnial and the lift out cast iron heating bar. The cast brass side handles are fashioned as eagle heads with a lifting ring through the necks. The oval shaped urn is supported on four flat reeded legs terminating in lions' paw feet and the tops of the legs have a lion's face embellishment. The lid of the urn has a figure of a sphinx as the grip above the vent holes and the base has another but differing sphinx. The front of the urn has a lozenge shaped silver plaque for engraving but not engraved and this has a good clear Georgian hallmark. The urn interior has good tinning and a replacement cast iron heating bar made to suit copied from an original. The exterior is in outstanding unpolished condition with only the odd very minor dent. All is complete and in good and working order. If you did wish to use it and has been fully overhauled. 18" tall and 13" front to back including tap. 13" wide including handle and 9" x 7" stand including feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early 19th century burnished steel fender with brass mounts and removable fire iron stands to each end. This superb example has a wrought iron floor which as been cleaned and repainted black, a brass top and bottom trim to the front and sides and cast brass feet of acanthus leaf forms. The removable poker/fire iron rests are in burnished steel and are the original matching pair. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A serious Georgian fender. In superb condition all original and complete and in good and working order. External 51" x 12" front to back. Internal 50" x 11" front to back. Height of fender 8.5" and 27" including poker stands. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century glass oil lamp shade in vaseline glass with cushion decorated panels to the main body with a strong cranberry colour to the top, fluted area. A stunning example with a wonderful combination of colours to fit a standard, duplex double wick burner gallery. Complete and in good order. 5.5" tall, 7.75" widest. Lower aperture 3.75" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900, large continental vaseline glass gas lamp shade. This shade has been fitted with a replacement, lacquered brass shade holder to fit a standard, modern, UK electric bulb holder. Has been wired with modern three core flex and a new brass UK bulb holder with a length of new brass chain and a new brass ceiling rose included. This super example in the 'maid's bonnet' form has a good vaseline colour to the centre flowing into a solid yellow-green 2" band at the outside wavy rim with eight points. A most unusual size for this model. Complete and in good and working order. 13" widest, 7" tall including holder + 16" chain and 3" ceiling rose x 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality set of three matching 1920's continental gas light shades. These shades have been fitted with replacement, lacquered brass shade holders to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. These super shades have bold vaseline vertical stripes on a natural vaseline background and pinched in outer rims. Complete and in good and working order. 5" tall including holders and 4" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's superb mounted Fox Mask on the original oak shield. This example mounted by Spicers of Leamington the finest Taxidermist of Fox Masks and similar, is a most unusual pose with the ears down in submission. The condition of this mount is outstanding in every detail quite the best we have seen. The original oak backboard in the standard Spicers shape is impressed to the reverse "P.Spicer & Sons Taxidermists Leamington" and also '3210' for Spicers catalogue number. Shield 10.75" tall, 8.5" widest and total 9" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality chrome plated "Spirit of Ecstasy" Rolls Royce Car Mascot mounted on a turned and ebonised wooden trophy plinth. This super example is signed to the base "Charles Sykes" for the designer and "Rolls Royce" and stamped under one wing "Trade Mark RE01". This model was originally the size fitted to 1911 to 1914 Silver Ghosts and is the largest of the Rolls Royce Mascots. All is complete and in good order. Plinth 5.5" diam and 2.75" tall. Mascot 7" tall. Total 9.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century white ceramic toilet pan in superb very usable condition. This example is transfer printed to the inside " The Excelsior Wash down Pedestal " and with the registration number for the year 1898.The base plinth and the top beneath the rim are both decorated, with a band of deep relief ' egg and dart ' pattern.There are some chips to one of the four screw holes to the base mounting flange, all is in superb order otherwise, complete and perfect for plumbing in if required.This example has no other chips, cracks or stains in fact has seen very little use, indeed if any. If you are feeling flush, this is the one for you. 16" tall, 20.75" front to back total.Top bowl rim 15" x 14" exterior and 11" x 9.5" interior. Waste outlet 4.25" exterior and 3.5" internal. Water inlet 2 3/8" and 1.75" internal. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century cast brass exterior bell pull, for use with a tight wire, non-electrical bell system. This super example has a central brass pull knob with a dished brass backplate both with matching engraved detailed pattern. Replacement mounting plate and spring have been fitted, fully overhauled, and complete and in good and working order. Exterior 5.5" diam, knob 2" diam, 1.25" front to back external and 1" front to back internal excluding spring and bar. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality circa 1900, cast iron coatrack with five turned beech hat and coat pegs, all linked up with steel straps giving the facility to fold up into a suitcase when travelling. Impressed to the reverse "AK & Sons No 2" for the manufacturer. These are hung on the wall when required, using the three mounting rings fitted. All is in the original finish and appears to have had very little use. Complete and in good and working order. Folded up for travelling 5.5" x 5.5" x 3.5" and mounted on wall as in picture 22" x 10.5" x 3.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality near mint condition diary and desk blotter issued in 1928 by 'Crawford Biscuits'. This super example has red leather look covers dated 1928 and opens to eventually the desk blotter with sheets of blotting paper still unused. The left hand side has a calendar for both 1928 and 1929 and has many pages in colour, illustrating the full range of biscuits of the time and the right hand side, the history of Crawfords, Postal guide of the time, other pages of useful information, pages for notes and a diary with seven days to a page. A super item in amazing condition. Closed 10.75" tall x 12" x 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1960's, near mint condition, double sided, wedge shaped enamel bus stop sign with "Request Stop" in white text to the lower section beneath the circular logo. The back edge is printed "Burnham London" and although there are minor chips to some edges all is bright and clean otherwise and is complete and in good order. 15.5" tall x 18" x 3" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's continental pale blue glass soda syphon with the original chromed top mount detailing a manufacturer in Paris, France. Complete and in good order but not suitable for use. 12" tall x 3.75" diam. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, small fireproof safe in the original paintwork on the original wooden cupboard base unit made to suit. This super example manufactured by "Hobbs Hart and Co Ltd" has a plum coloured velvet lined interior to the safe with a lift out shelf and a locking drawer. The base cupboard unit has a scrumbled painted door inside and out. The safe is bolted to the cupboard but can be separated and the two long screws to fix the cupboard to the floor are also included. The brass handle to the inner drawer and the keyhole cover to the door are both embossed for the manufacturer "Hobbs Hart and Co Ltd London". The exterior original paintwork to the safe is generally very clean and in good order, but there are a few spots of paint missing from the front of the door and considerable blemishes to the top. All has been fully overhauled and all is complete and in good and working order otherwise, with two keys for the door and two keys for the drawer. A most unusual safe on stand. Safe exterior 18" tall x 14" wide and 12.5" front to back, safe interior 12.75" tall over drawer x 12" wide and 8.75" front to back, total 37.5" tall x 16" wide and 13.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century set of eight matching amber coloured moulded glass chest of drawer knobs. These examples were often used on typical Welsh dressers, chest of drawers and Lancashire sideboards. Each knob has a six sided form and a tapered threaded stem for twist fitting into the correct sized hole. Some very minor scuffs and a tiny chip or two, otherwise complete and in good and working order. Total length 2.5" including 1.5" thread x 1.75" diam. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality post - war or earlier '2 Cwt', wrought iron anvil on the original wrought iron stand. This superb example is embossed to the side "2 Cwt JB England" and to the other "10 2KGS". Has a good clean nose and working surface and two aperture for accessories. Some minor knocks to one top edge and complete and in good and working order. Anvil 12" tall x 27.5" x 4.5". Base of anvil 11.5" x 9.5". Stand 13.5" tall and 17.5" square on floor. Total height 24". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century cast iron book press on an original oak book press base. This press has been married with an old book press base. The press has the original paintwork with gilded decoration and brass mounts and the oak base has two drawers with old replacement knobs, and the standard square legs curving out towards the front and back. The lower drawer is an old replacement made to suit and all has been cleaned and the press lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Total height including stand 45". Base 30.5" tall x 18.5" x 15". Press 16.5" x 10" and 14.5" tall. Working surface of press 12" x 10". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century clear glass freeblown chamberpot with an applied side handle and star cut decoration to the base. Most unusual to find a clear glass one. We have had jug and basins similar and I guess one had the choice of a matching chamberpot when originally purchasing a set, but where have they gone? This is a first for us and this one is very clean with no chips, cracks or blemishes and a very useful item. 5.75" tall x 8.5" to exterior diam and 10.25" wide including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

1884 InkstandSee our "Inkwells & Writing" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality late 19th century walnut veneered inkstand with a pair of original clear moulded glass inkwells with cut glass lids and brass hinged mounts. The stand has black outer edges and pen grooves, a pullout drawer to the front, a hooped brass carry handle to the top and an engraved brass presentation plaque detailing "Presented to D Williams by the Dalton-in-Furness Choral Society, For His Valuable Services as Conductor February 13th 1884. Some ink staining to the top and some wear to the corners, otherwise all is complete and in good and working order, standing on four bun feet with the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Inkwells 2" square and 3.25" tall. Total 11.75" wide, 7.25" front to back and 6.25" tall including inks. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, 'ship's wheel' cigar cutter on the original circular steel base. The cigar tip would be placed down behind the wheel and the wheel, when turned, will trim off the cigar. The underside is marked to the swinging cover "Made in Germany" and the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. 5" tall, wheel with spokes 2.5" wide, base 2.75" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century all copper streel lamp, originally fitted to street lamp posts and brackets, then gas but now fitted for electricity. This example has a hinged door to the front, a hinged top cover, a replacement polished aluminium reflector inside the top cover and a new electric bulb holder and brass stem, which can be wired with exterior electric cable for no extra charge within reason. All has been re-glazed and all is now complete and in good and working order. 30" tall and 17" square widest. Base bolt centres 8.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century "Black Forest" carved clothes brush in the realistic form of dog laying down. This clean example has glass eyes and is complete and in good order. The first we have seen and a great looking piece. 5" x 3" x 2.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, circa 1900, two tone glazed stoneware poultry / bird, drinker / feeder. This super example is stamped '1pt' for the size, with the pottery manufacturer "Price S. Bristol" and a bead decoration around. This principle is self filling hence the birds cannot soil the water. Complete and in good and working order. 9.25" tall x 4" x 6.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1950's light oak finish stacking bookcase with graduated sections. The top three have sliding plate glass doors on aluminium runners and the base section has a shelf inside and sliding oak finish doors. The section will lock together from inside the roof of each section or lift off to ease transport. One ivorine maker's label is fixed to the inside detailing "Minty Library Specialists Oxford". A super clean set of book cabinets. Complete and in good order. Total 58.25" tall x 35" wide. Each section front to back: Base 15.5" and 18.5" tall. First 11.25" and 15.5" tall. Second 9" front to back and 12.5" tall. Third 9" front to back and 12.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century very decorative white enamelled, cast iron conservatory stove with a copper oil font and glass chimney operating just like oil lamps with paraffin. The red glass panels are replacements copied from the original as is the brass finial to the top lid, for the original was missing. The cast iron side handles in are in the original matt gilt finish. The pierced panels have fish decoration and match the side handles and the top cover will lift for use to keep a kettle warm. This example was manufactured by "Veritas" and has the registration number for the year 1893. The white enamel finish is original allbeit with a few minor chips. The copper font, the pair of original brass knobs to the doors and the top brass finial have all been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. A superb example. 33.5" tall, 16" diam of base and body 10" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality superb brass letter clips in the form of tennis racquets with a ball on oak bases, circa 1900. These have strong springs, a hole in each for hanging, in the original unpolished finish and are complete and in super order. Can you believe it, not one but a pair of these wonderful letter clips. Backplate 8.25" x 3.25" and 2" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Cast Iron Dental Chair See our "Medical, Dental, Chemist" section for current stock of similar items. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century superb honey coloured oak wall mounted coatrack of a good shape with 4 cast brass hat and coat hooks. 4 single coat hooks and an oval shaped mirror within a beaded brass frame. The reverse of the backboard is impressed with the sun logo and "WT&S" for the manufacturer 'William Tonks & Son, of Birmingham'. The brass has been polished and lacquered although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and the oval mirror is a replacement fitted. To mount to the wall remove 2 coat hooks, use the holes to screw to the wall and replace the coat hooks. Complete and in good working order. Backboard 33.5" wide, 19.5" tall and 1.25" front to back, total including hooks 21.5" tall and 4" front to back. Click on photo for larger view

Original, quality, late 19th century, superb oak cigarette casket with a lock and key and brass decorative mounts to the top of the hinged lid. The quality brass mounts are in the form of a horse shoe, a stirrup and a riding crop. The brass has been lacquered, the lock fully overhauled and all is now complete and in good and working order. A wonderful example with a removable central dividing panel. Base 9.5" x 7.25" x 5.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Desk BarometerSee our "Sporting" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality, late 19th century, aneroid desk barometer, with a frame and stand in brass fashioned as a horse shoe, a hunting horn, a riding crop and a pair of whipple trees. The loop shaped stand is hinged to fold flat for storage. The central barometer has a detailed enamelled dial and "Made in Paris". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. A most unusual desk barometer. Dial 3.5", toal 10" tall x 8.5" wide, 3.5" front to back when up + 2.5" folded down. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 1920's cast brass electric side lamps with tapered tubular stems on circular bases with a heavy cast iron weight underneath. Have been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, new brass UK bulb holders, in-line switches and three pin plugs. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good working order. The shades are for display only 14.5" tall x 5.25" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century pair of matching cast brass fingerplates one large and one small. This super pair have embossed detail of flowers and leaves in three panels. The reverse is impressed with the registration number for the year 1891 and with the sun logo and "WT&S" for the manufacturer 'William Tonks & Son of Birmingham', the plates each have four screw holes for mounting and have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are complete and in good order. 11" x 3" and 8.25" x 3". Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century larger than average blacksmith made wall mounted hayrack, perfect for back on the wall to feed the livestock or planted up as a huge garden feature. This example is for flat wall mounting and has four bolt holes for fixing and a good bellied shape. 46" and 14" front to back, total height 26.5" + height of basket 22.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, silver plated on pewter, patent 'SYP' teapot manufactured by 'James Dixon and Sons of Sheffield' and marked as such to the underside with the registration number for the year 1901. The odd shaped lid / cover is also detailed "Patent SYP Trademark Chiswick London No1". The principle of this kettle is for the leaves to be placed above the perforated divider when the teapot is stood on its feet with the lid in place, and when the brew is the desired strength the teapot is to be stood as normal and hence the leaves would be held out of the liquid so the tea would not over strengthen (stew). Both the knob to the lid and the shaped handle are made of a composition and the plating is generally very bright and clean and only showing the slightest wear to the underside. 'S.Y.P = Simple Yet Perfect'. A most unusual patent teapot, in superb condition. 9" tall on feet x 5.5" wide and 8" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, circular brass balance to weigh 112lb and calibrated in 1lbs. This most unusual example has a thick brass face mounted on a cast iron body, with a ring to the top for hanging and a swivel shackle beneath. The dial has an applied maker's plate detailing "H Pooley and Son Ltd", "Capacity 112lbs", "Class 3" and "Liverpool and Birmingham". The front also has a clear lead custom seal. The reverse also has an applied brass plaque detailing "Pooley and Son Liverpool" and "L&NW 3275", (L&NW' for 'London and North Western Railways). All has been cleaned and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Dial 8" diameter, scale 14" long and 1.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century very decorative cast iron garden bench ends in the aesthetic movement style and in old white paint. Will make up to a super quality garden bench with the addition of wooden slats. Complete and in good order. 32" tall at back, 25" tall at front and 26.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality late 19th century heavy cast brass screw on waggon wheel hub caps. These super pair of eight sided brass nuts with a wide flange has an internal thread and are engraved to the top "The Salisbury Carriage Works and Van Builders". 3.5" tall, 5" widest and internal diam 3". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, Swiss 'Black Forest' carved wood, wall mounted hat and coatrack. This superb all wood example has a Chamois head and neck to the centre, with oak leaves and branches behind and beneath, incorporating a hanging loop to the top and three pegs to the front. All is realistically carved, with the horns painted black and the original glass eyes. Quite the best I have seen for a while. Some good repairs to the tips of some oak leaves and the horns. Now complete and in good order. A delicate but sturdy and usable hat and coatrack. 16.25" wide x 9" tall + 4.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900 / 1920's light oak roll top desk with a fitted interior and an 'S' tambour front. All is mounted on twin pedestals with a wide drawer between over the knee space and a modesty back panel. Will unscrew easily into five sections plus a few smaller pieces. The interior has many pigeon holes, two small drawers and pull out pen racks. Each pedestal mounted on casters, has a deep filing drawer to the base, two standard drawers above and a pull out typewriter shelf. The tambour front has a lock and key and when rolled down it will lock automatically, the key is only required to open it. Cleaned and overhauled, the original finish enhanced and complete and in good and working order. A very very good example. 45.25" tall at back and 48" widest. Worksurface 30.5" tall, 31" exterior front to back. Knee hole 25.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality very unusual pressed glass eye bath, circa 1900/20's. This example has faceted sides and is moulded in deep red glass with the appearance of black, containing swirls of off white glass. All in super condition and complete. 1.75" x 1.25" x 2.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass and oak magazine rack with five section dividers on a rectangular shaped, honey coloured oak base=board all "swivel" mounted on three curved legs. The central section doubles up as the carry handle and the underside is detailed for "Hall Birmingham" the manufacturer. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. The best magazine rack we have seen for a while. 34" tall, oak base 14.5" x 9" and 21" diam spread of legs. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality acid etched cranberry glass oil lamp shade circa 1900. This super example has an outward flared top section in a strong cranberry colour and all has a very detailed etched floral and acanthus leaves decoration. This shade will fit a standard duplex double burner oil lamp gallery. Perfect and complete and in good and working order. 5.75" tall and 9" widest, lower aperture 4". Click on photo for larger and other views

Original, quality pre-war 1930's heavy cast brass bell with the original cast brass internal clapper on a wrought iron stem with a plaited leather grip. The main body of this bell is embossed "Merryweather" for the well known maker of Fire Engines and related equipment. A super find with a good tone and resonance. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 12" tall and 10" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century all copper hot water urn in the form of a castle tower with simulated brickwork and a castellated top. This hard to find urn has a brass shield to the front detailing 'Bovril', the beef extract drink, two brass taps with turned ebony handles, two small lids to the top and mounted with three replacement brass ball feet. copied from an original. This example is the largest we have seen and although not marked as such was made by "J and H Banfill Copper Smiths and Urn Makers, Gervase St. Old Kent Road S.E." London. These urns were used on the counter or bar in the pub, café or hotel, to heat up water and pour into a mug or cup of Bovril extract and were stood on a stove or over a gas ring beforehand to boil the water. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 19"tall, 12" top diam, 13.5" base diam and 15.25" widest including taps. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century tinsmith made churn shaped milk can with a brass label to the front, a brass swing over handle and a brass catch and hinge to the lid. The brass plaque is stamped "K. Messengers Tarlton" for either the Dairy who produced the milk or the person recieving the regular delivery of milk. The reverse is also stamped and this is for the manufacturer of the can "Dairy Supply Co Ltd, Museum Street London". The base has a good patch repair to a small hole and all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. A most unusual shape and size the first we have seen. 9.75" tall with handle down and 8.5" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century/circa 1900, larger than average butter print with the carved detail of a thistle flower head with a leaf either side. This superb example has a large bowl with a turned stem riding within. A good repair has been made to an old split and now all is complete and in good and working order. Total 5.5" diam and 6" tall down. 9" withdrawn in and print 4.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century / circa 1900, tiny oval steel dairy can. As used on milk delivery prams and floats when delivering door to door, straight from the churn. I can only imagine this size was for a very, very small portion of cream or is it a manufacturer's sample size? This example has the standard brass wire swing handle to the top, a fixed loop to the reverse and a brass mount to the hinged lid. The front of the can is stamped "HS" and for the manufacturer "Dairy Sundries Co Sudbury Middx" and the lid "Smith". All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in superb condition. This is the first of this tiny size we have seen and it could not be in better condition. 1.75" tall with handle down. 2.25" wide + 2" front to back and base 1.75" x 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century rectangular shaped cast iron water trough with mounts at each end and a curved base. This heavy trough is embossed to the side "Hexhams Brown of Exeter". An iron foundry who manufactured amongst many things, tannery equipment and machinery. This example is heavy but it does here a crack to the floor for 2 / 3rds of its length. So now ideal for a planter. The exterior and some of the interior has later paint. An unusual shaped trough with an unknown use ? . Total length including mounts at end 54". Exterior length of body 49.5" x 13" tall and 14.5" wide. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century interior electric bell press in the most unusual form of a well detailed cat's face in relief cast in pink brass. This superb example is only the second we have seen and is operated by pressing the tongue downwards. For use with a 12 volt, low voltage electric supply system. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock and this example can be used externally if mounted with a mastic seal. The top of the head is stamped with the registration number for the year 1898. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. 2.75" wide x 2.25" tall and 2" front to back. Rear mounting 2" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circular white small dinner plate detailing the "Derby Dale Pie" made in aid of the Huddersfield Royal Infirmary on 4th August 1928". The centre panel of this plate has a black line detail of a steaming pie and "Size 16 feet long, 5 feet wide and 15 inches deep". In super condition and colour and perfect. The underside is printed "H.G.D.D." for the manufacturer. 9.5" x 1". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's all copper street lamp originally fitted to street lamp post and gas, but now fitted for electricity. This example has a hinged door to the front and a maker's plate detailing "William Sugg & Co Ltd, Westminster Patented Lamp" and the remains of an old green coat of paint. The new electric bulb holder and brass stem can be wired with exterior cable for no extra charge within reason. All has been re-glazed and all is now complete and in good and working order. 35" tall and 16.5" square widest. Base bolt centres 7". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality buff coloured stoneware hot water filled hand warmer with the original screw in stopper and wire handle with wooden grip. The front of this super miniature hot water bottle is detailed in black transfer print "The adaptable hot water bottle for muff or pocket, made at the old Fulham Pottery", and with the registration number for the year 1904. Complete but with a faint hairline crack to the reverse, shown in picture. 4" tall with handle down, 3.5" widest and 1.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century oval shaped copper frying pan with a good long blacksmith made wrought iron handle, fixed to the pan with three hammered rivets. This super example will need re-tinning to the interior if wanted for cooking, otherwise all is complete and in good and working order but with no maker's name. The copper has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Pan 14.75" x 12" x 2", total including handle 28" long and 8.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of 19th century fireproof safe door handles converted with a threaded standard square bar and grub screw adjustment system to fit both mortice and rim locks and latches. These super examples have segmented shaped spherical knobs and the original engraved circular backplates each with four screw holes for mounting. An exceptional pair of door knobs of a good weight and quality. Backplates 2.25" diam, knob 2" diam and 2.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Antler Candlestick See our "Candlesticks & Candle Lighting" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality late 19th century single candlestick with a stag horn spike mounted with a silver plated candle holder with a decorative bracket, all mounted on a circular silver plated base. The underside is impressed for the maker Joseph Rodgers of Sheffield, the famous manufacturer of Cutlery of the highest standard. 15.5" tall and 5.25" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century circular freeblown clear glass, cream setting pan as used in the dairy. This most unusual pan has a hollow blown rim, a pouring lip and a serious pontil to the underside. Lots of wear to the underside foot and scratches to the interior floor but no chips or cracks and complete and in good order. This is only the second example we have seen. 19.5" diam and 4" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century superb wedge shaped cheese dish with a highly decorated cover with a handle to the top. Both the cover and tray are transfer printed with the registered date for the year 1899 and the cover is detailed to each side with a different scene in coloured transfer. The top shows dairy maids milking a cow in the pasture, one side has a dairy maid in the dairy working a cheese press and the other dairy maids in the dairy pouring milk into setting pan. The front and back panels have designs. No cracks or chips, some fat stains to the tray and inside the cover but otherwise all complete and in good superb condition, with good clear coloured panels to the cover. A most unusual cheese dish only the third we have had. Base 10" x 8" x total 7" tall including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century Friendly Society brass finial from Monkton in the country of Somerset. This example has a turned and shaped stem surmounted with a ball with a crown on top. Some dents to the ball but otherwise all in good order generally. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and mounted on a good Bakelite plinth for display. Brass finial 9.25" and 1.75" widest. Plinth 3.5" diam and total 10.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century all brass postal balance with the original matching set of weights on the original serpentine fronted mahogany base with four bun feet. The scales are impressed for the maker "S. Mordan & Co London" and the weights are the complete stack required for the postage rates of the time and are marked "16/P", "8/P", "4/P" and "2/P". The brass weights marked with "P" as these refer to postages of half ounce units used from 1840 to 1871. All has been fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. Base 10" x 6.5" and total 7" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality copper wall mounted hall rack circa 1900, with a shield shaped mirror to the centre of a decorative pressed sheet copper mount in a serious Art Nouveau style. The copper backplate has a shelf to the lower section and two copper backed brushes hanging on hooks each side of the mirror. One brush is embossed 'hat'. All is mounted on a shield shaped ebonised elm backboard, with a hanging ring to the top for wall mounting. The copper has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. 19.5" tall including eye x 10.5" wide and 3.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early to mid 19th century, all copper rectangular shaped kettle, with a tap to the front and handle over with the original tall stand, with side loop handles and four fancy cast copper feet, to take the cast iron heating block in its own basket. The idea was to heat the block in the fire or oven then place it beneath the previously boiled water in the kettle, this would keep the kettle and contents warm for a longer period. This most unusual item is the first we have seen and although some very, very minor parts of the pierced decoration are missing to the stand, all is complete and in good order otherwise. All has been fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. The finial to the tap is in black ceramic. Total height 16", 11" front to back and 9" wide including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century continental cast brass inkstand with very detailed decoration in a Gothic style. The two inkwells are mounted on a rectangular shaped stand with a carry handle over the top and pen trays between. The hinged lids of the inks have fancy finials, the central handle has lizard or gargoyle shaped mounts as pen rests, the end handles have acanthus leaf grips and the feet are mythical beasts. All is profusely decorated with pierced detail of the greatest quality overall a stunning if not even an over the top detailed cast brass inkstand. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order with the original matt gilt finish to the underside. 5" tall, 15" long and 6" front to back including feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century Veterinary Vaginal Speculum of huge proportions with a steel lower frame, a chrome plated on brass upper section and a curved adjustment threaded bar with a huge wingnut. The upper section is impressed "Arnold and Sons London". All has been cleaned and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. 18" x 5" x 6.5" tall.

Original, quality circa 1900 / 1920's shop display advertising mirror, in the original mahogany frame and with the original ply backing board. The front is detailed for "Fry's Chocolate" around a Royal Coat of Arms and by appointment underneath. Also etched to the lower edge "This is the property of J.S Fry & Sons Ltd, Bristol & London". The plywood backing board has signs of worm but has been well treated and can be removed if you wish. It also has the original printed detail for the manufacturer / supplier of the mirror "OC Hankes Ltd Birmingham" and the original paper label of J.S Fry & Sons Ltd. Some minor blemishes to the mirror glass and some minor scratches to the edges of the glass, otherwise a good clean mirror and complete and in good order. 28.25" x 14.25" x 1.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality late 19th century superb small copper fire engine side lamps, with brass fittings, the original oil reservoirs and burner and large brass makers plates to the top detailing "Merryweather and Sons, Fire Engine Makers Long Acre London" and with the Royal Coat of Arms. The only apparent alteration from all being totally original is that the burners are a little different, one wire ring handle on the oil tank has been replaced, and there is a very minuscule chip to one glass. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Otherwise all is original, in good order and complete and in working order. 8" tall including handle, 3.25" wide and 4.5" front to back including mounting assembly. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Leather Fire BucketsSee our "Fire Fighting" section for current stock of similar items. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century long freeblown white glass rolling pin, often made for sweethearts or as gifts from afar. This example is the longest we have seen and has a standard open hole to one end and the other closed. A great specimen suspended with a length of old blind cord. 28.25" x 3.5 widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's Brown Trout mounted in a bow fronted glazed case by J. Cooper & Sons. This super mount has all the quality and realism as expected from one the best, if not the best taxidermist specialising in fish. A handsome fish in a lifelike mount with realistic groundwork and with a good label to the interior detailing "Preserved by J.Cooper & Sons, 28 Radnor St, St Luke London E.C", an early address for Cooper: The exterior of the case has been cleaned and repainted black and the original wire loop is fixed to the reverse for wall mounting if required. Cabinet 21.5" x 10.75" tall + loop. 6" front to back at centre of bow front. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's continental brass photograph frame complete with an old photograph. This unusual example is in a serious Art Nouveau form and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, with the reverse retaining its original old lacquer finish. Will take a photo 6" x 4.25". Complete and in good and working order. 10.75" tall x 8" and 0.5" front to back flat and 5" front to back standing. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass fingerplate with a very detailed pierced and fretted panel of flowers, leaves and seed pods in an Aesthetic Movement design. Each corner has a countersunk screw holes for mounting and all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 12" x 3.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's double sided very clean enamel advertising sign, detailing to both sides "Use Royal Daylight Oil for Lighting, Heating and Cooking". The mounting flange with four holes is printed "Protector Eccles 12.23" for the sign manufacturer and the year Dec 1923. A good clean sign with some minor chips and damage but otherwise complete and in good order, with a good colour of black upper cased text on pale blue. 22" x 18" and flange 2". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality oak framed printed memento from the citizens of Bristol produced by the Lord Mayor of Bistrol . J.H Swiggs in 1919, in celebration of peace of the Frist World War was this vey clenr print in the original frame has a coat of art to the top over a coloured picture, entitled "The Guarded Health by Dudley Lennent. Complete and in good order. Exterior frame 13.5" x 10.75" and 0.75" front to back, frame width 1". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century counter shop display cabinet in mahogany with a sloping glazed front, a hinged drop down back panel with a white glass ( vitrolite ) panel and a glazed top pediment detailing "Pascalls Confections" in mirrored text. A replacement sliding glass shelf has been fitted and the original enamelled cabinet maker's plate has been retained detailing "O.C Hawkes Ltd manufacturer Globe Works Birmingham". All is complete and in good and working order and is the first we have seen of this model. 17.75" tall including pediment and base wide 20" x 7.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's small circular topped stool with four turned legs in ash. The fruitwood top has a carved floral decoration with bands of chip carved beads. A super sturdy stool with a good colour, complete and in good and working order. Top 10" diam x 1.5" thick, 13.5" total height and 15" spread of legs at floor. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century circular ceramic salad bowl with a silver plated rim and the original pair of salad servers. This superb example has coloured transfer detail of seaweeds to the inside and outside of the bowl, and three realistic red lobsters as the feet and the servers have 'lobster' claws as the handles. The underside of the bowl has an embossed registration lozenge mark for the years 1842 to 1883 and is impressed Wedgwood for the manufacturer. The silver plating to the top rim is worn in places otherwise all is complete and in good order and a very unusual item. Bowl 10" top diam and 4.75" tall. Servers 11" x 2.25" x 1". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass trumpet shaped motor car or motorcycle horn complete with a replacement rubber bulb. This example marked "Patented" has the logo badge for the manufacturer "Lucas King of the Road" and "No 60". Some minor dents to the horn and the grille, otherwise complete and in good and working order with a good loud sound. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Total length 15", horn 3.25" widest and bulb 3.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality superb and very hard to find Spratt's pet food vertical enamel sign detailing four skeletal type animals each drawn from the word 'Spratts', a Scottie dog, a cat, a canary and a fish. The figures are in black on a cream background with a turned down rim. This example has four screw holes for mounting and a few minor chips, otherwise in super condition and complete. 24" x 5" x 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, brown paper wrapped parcel of Elephant Hairs, circa 1900 / 1920's with most of the original parcel tag detailing "Rowland Ward Ltd Naturalists The Jungle Piccadilly London", with a line drawing of a Rhinoceros with skeleton details and "Elephant Hairs" in pencil. The reverse has the delivery address "John Todd Esq. Mereside, Bromfield Cumberland. I have not opened this parcel, not wanting to spoil it, but one can see elephant hairs at one end. Parcel 16" x 2" and tag 6.25" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century square shaped nickel plated and engraved tray with an ebony handle with two decorative 'fly' mounts to the upper surface. Complete and in good and working order. Tray 9.5" x 8.75" x 0.5". Total length 14". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality 1920's copper and brass candlesticks, designed by W.A.S Benson, in the typical Arts and Crafts form from this designer. These are not stamped for this maker but have all the other signs and were originally nickel plated. The slender turned stems are mounted with a simple tripod base and mounted to the top with a cast brass candle sconce surrounded, by five leaf like petals in sheet copper. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 6.5" tall and 6.5" base diam spreads of feet. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's brass wall mounted candle sconce of Arts and Crafts form with a tall reflector backplate with a curved forward heat deflector. The top front is embossed with birds and the underside is stamped "J.Co" for the maker. Scottish we believe. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 11.25" tall x 4.75" wide and 3.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality post-war mint condition chromed motor car badge with the front decorated in blues, white and green enamel, with not a chip in sight. The front depicts a light aircraft over the sea with cliffs, probably the white cliffs of Dover, and "South Coast Flying Club" with the logo. The reverse is impressed '11' perhaps for the membership number. All in super condition with a steel nut and bracket and complete and in good order. Badge 3.5" tall, 3.25" wide and 1.25" front to back. Plus 0.75" threaded bolt with nut and bracket 2" x 0.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality post-war butcher's block on the original base. This example, as used in butchers' shops for chopping up sides of meat and joints, is in good and usable condition with a reversible block, both sides of which have been used. The block is made with end on blocks of beech within a bolted up frame of beech and the base is in pitch pine. Not too big an example, complete and in good and working order. Block 36" x 24" x 6.5". Base 34" x 22.75" x 26". Total 36" x 24" x 32.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, 18th or early 19th century, steel carving knife with a sharp and wide blade, a heavy antler handle mounted with silver or silver plated collar and end plate. The blade is impressed "W.R. Hotham, Bath" for the maker or retailer. This knife is steel, not stainless steel, and will keep a very sharp edge, but it does not like water or moisture; just wipe and dry thoroughly. A most unusual knife, very sharp, complete and in good and working order. Total 19" long, blade 1.5" wide and 1.75" x 1.25" grip. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pre-war large 'Haws' galvanised watering can with an extra long spout, a handle to the rear and the original brass rose with very fine perforation, embossed "Haws Genuine No 4". This example also has the original circular brass trade label detailed for "Haws". All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Body 9" diam + 13" tall, total length including spout and handle 34.5" + tall including handle 16.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass door knocker with a replacement brass backplate, an old spherical shaped knocking stud and replacement threaded bars, nuts and washers. This superb knocker has the proportion of a Doctor's knocker, but a different shape, more like a swan neck. The heaviest knocker we have had for a long time. Complete and in good and working order. 9" tall, backplate and knocking stud 3" diameter and 5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1950's / 60's very stylish cast aluminium kettle with polished light wood handles to the body and lid and with a short pouring spout. The underside is perfectly flat so ideal for an electric, gas or aga type of stove and stamped to the underside "Picquot Ware made in England". Polished and complete and in good and working order. Base diam 8.25" + 7" tall and 9.75" wide including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century nickel mounted copper "Tandem" coach or hunt horn, with a brass mouth piece and the original 'willow' basket carry case. The horn is in superb condition with no dents, engraved for the maker "Swaine and Co London" and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. The basket with hinged lid is near complete but with some caning loose and some missing, otherwise complete and in good and working order and with a good tone to the horn. Horn 30.5" x 3.5" widest, basket 31" x 4.5" Swaine and Co London. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, wall mounted cast iron harness room sidesaddle rack, larger than the standard saddle rack. This example has oak mounts with much of the original red paintwork. Although not marked as such, this example was manufactured by Musgraves of Belfast. The backplate has four screw holes for mounting, has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Backplate 12.75" x 9.5" and 25.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality large mid to late 19th century cast iron bootscraper with an architectural form. The heavy shaped base has two drainage holes, and a raised bead around and the scraper mount has two turrets and a gothic shaped decoration beneath the scraper. A most unusual scraper of great proportion. Complete and in good and working order. Base 18" x 14" x 2.5 deep and total 13.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century large brass dinner gong, suspended within a honey coloured oak frame. This example is most unusual to have a circular frame on a central column with a three legged pedestal beneath. The hammer is an old one of similar age, the gong has been waxed on the original patinated green finish and has a super tone and resonance. All is complete and in good and working order. Total height 39.5" and 16" front to back on floor. Gong 15" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality huge galvanised cast iron padlock with the original key and a brass keyhole with a vertical sliding cover. The cover is stamped "Secure 4 Lever" and the padlock is stamped with the war dept broad arrow mark and "J. Goodwin 1950". The key and the padlock are both stamped "41" and all has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Padlock 6" x 4" x 1.5" and key 2.5" long. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pre-war leather cased 50ft steel tape measure with a fitted cast brass sinking weight. The leather case is embossed to one side for the manufacturer "John Rabone & Sons Birmingham England" and the folding winding handle on the same side is impressed "50ft". The steel tape is calibrated in inches and all has seen very little use if any and in mint condition. Fully overhauled, complete and in good order. Case 4" diam + 1.25" and total 9" wide the shortest.

Original, quality 1920's superb mounted adult otter head on the original honey coloured oak shield shaped backboard with a hanging ring to the top and with the original taxidermist's label detailing "F.W Bartlett of Banbury". A very clean and lifelike mount in good order. Shield 10" tall x 7.5" x 0.75" thick and total 8.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's four branch brass electric hanging light fitting with square brass tube arms facing down, all radiating from a shaped central brass column. The original brass ceiling rose is included as is a length of new brass replacement chain. Replacement brass swivel knuckles have been fitted to the bulb holders, all has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. The shades are not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code: S183, and matching wall lights may well be available ref code: WL146. The light fitting 17.5" tall, 20.5" widest excluding shades + 18" chain, + 3.5" rose x 4.75" diam and with shades pictures 29" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's small crested china airship with the Town Crest for the City of Cardiff to the top. The underside is detailed for the manufacturer "The Corona China Stoke in Trent, Hancock & Sons, English Manufacture". Complete and perfect. 2" tall x 5" long x 1.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's 'D' shaped brass umbrella stand with a heavy cast iron base, a lift out steel drip pan and a top with five sections and three cast brass finials. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and the iron base and tray cleaned and repainted black. All is complete and in good and working order. Total 25" tall x 16" widest at back and 8.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's long narrow enamel strips advertising "Pears' Soap" in white upper cased text on black and red. Each sign has four screw holes for mounting and are bright and glossy but with chips to the enamel at the edges and corners. These were originally fitted to the risers on the curved stairs on the end of the horse drawn on motorised omnibuses. 18.5" x 3". If ordering online, please state which sign is required, upper or lower as in picture. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, decorated cheese dish and cover. This is one of the most exciting cheese dishes we have seen. This wonderful example has coloured pictorial panels to the top and three sides and decoration to all the edges of both the base and cover and both pieces are stamped with the registration number for the year 1891. First, the very detailed panels. The top depicts a scene from the Aesop's fable The Fox and The Crow', with the fable printed within ribbon swags. One side panel depicts "Too Much Cheese" with three rats at the cheese baited in a gin trap. The other side panel has a rat on the billiard table with a picture on the wall of 'Welsh Rabbits' and the reverse is entitled "Wise Man of Gotham" with a scene from 'The Merry Tales of The Mad Men of Gotham'. The scene shows three cheeses rolling down the hill. Although bright and clean in colour to the outside and decorated areas, this item does show discolouration to the inside consistent with use, as cheese does leave fat stains over a period of time. There are no chips or damage and all is complete and in super condition and ready to use. Base 10.5" x 7.5" and total 6" tall.

Original, quality 1950's / 60's floor standing electric television with fold back doors to the front. This very clean example appears complete but is only sold for decoration or for the look, but who knows? The cabinet is walnut veneer on plywood and all is in the original finish. Some scuffs and scratches but overall a great looker with no worm damage or other rot. 3.45" tall, 18.5" front to back top, total front to back 23.5", top 22" wide, doors folded back total 22" wide and back 18.5" wide. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of heavy engraved steel fire dogs circa 1900/1920's. These were used to rest the fire irons upon - shovel, tongs and poker. This superb pair has shaped front legs and turned stems to the front with engraved detail of swags. All has been burnished and is complete and in good and working order. 16.5" tall x 6" wide at front and 8" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 18th or early 19th century 'D' shaped and deep, stone sink, originally for under the water pump outside the kitchen door. This super example, with no cracks or damage, has a dainage hole to the floor near the front and is ideal for back under a pump or planted up as a feature. Exterior 24" wide and 20" front to back and 10" tall. Interior 20" wide and 16" front to back and 8" deep. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Baby's Plate See our "Dairy Equipment" section for current stock of similar items

Original, quality circa 1900 / 1920's circular white ceramic Babies' Bowl decorated in colour with a cow with a calf and "I Love the cow it gives good milk its coat is like the softest silk" and detailed to the underside for the maker's trademark and "Stoke on Trent". Complete and in good order. 6.5" diam and 1.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900 / 1920's cylindrical clear glass shop display sweet jar with the original embossed tin lid detailing "Rowntree's Gums" with Art Nouveau decoration. The lid has been cleaned and lacquered and all is complete and in good order and perfect with no chips or damage. Jar 10.5" tall and base 5.25" diam. Jar interior 9.75" x 4" diam. Total height 12" including lid. A smaller matching one may well be available ref code: SJ11. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality superb, circa 1900, mounted Jay with wings and tail spread in display and good groundwork. This example by W.A Macleay of Inverness has a glazed front and two sides and an otherwise black japanned wooden cabinet. All is in super condition and very lifelike as expected from this top class Scottish taxidermist whose dark blue label can be seen in the lower right corner on the inside of the backboard. Complete and in good order. 21.5" tall, 20" wide and 11.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century fruitwood wine funnel turned in three pieces. This super example has a fine mesh filter to the centre and a long spout. The lower section has a grain split but all is complete and in good and working order. Bowl 4" diam and total length is 6.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Set of three matching mid 19th century burnished steel fire irons with cast pink brass handles and circular covers to the hinge on the tongs. This set comprises shovel, tongs and poker of medium length not too long but very usable. The tongs have shaped grips and good firm hinge action, the poker has a short square section tip and the shovel has a good old repair and a pierced shaped end for sifting the ashes. All have been burnished and waxed and are complete and in good and working order. Shovel 25" x 4.75" x 1.25". Tongs 25" x 3.5" x 1.25". Poker 24" x 1.25". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, huge, late 19th Century copper hot water can, as used by maids etc to carry hot, clean water to each bedroom, to use in the jug and basin wash bowls. Marked to the underside with a manufacturer's logo ? and '10' for the size. In superb condition, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. Base 11.75" x 7.5", total 15.75" high including handle 19.5" widest including side handle and spout. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century huge oval shaped copper coal vase with the original lid and mounted on four ball and claw feet. This super example also ideal as an indoor jardiniere / planter, has a bulbous body with urn type handles to each end and the lid has the original cast brass finial. A few minor dents, otherwise all is complete and in super condition, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 19" tall with lid, 13" without lid, 24" wide including handles and 17" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass oil side lamp with a moulded two tone blue glass font and a brass burner and gallery. This super example has a circular stem with diagonal embossed decoration, mounted on a reeded brass mount and a black glazed terracotta plinth. The brass burner has two x 1" wicks, and the control buttons are impressed "Duplex made in England". The burner will take a standard glass chimney and a standard oil shade with a 4" diam lower aperture. All has been fully overhauled, the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, all is complete and in good and working order. 18.5" tall without chimney and 28" with, 6.75" base diam and 6.5" font diam. The glass chimney is included but the shade is not, but it may well be available ref code OS132. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century three door wardrobe in walnut. This clean example will break down into two main body parts, the plinth, the cornice plus the three doors, the largest section is the size of two doors wide although the doors will lift off the body section if necessary. The right hand section was originally fitted out with trays and drawers, but these were removed long ago, and the complete wardrobe is now set up for hanging on two rails plus the bonnet box to the bottom of the right hand section. The two outer panelled doors have raised and carved panels with deep cut floral detail and the centre door has the original bevelled mirror. The brass fittings and locks are the original and can be polished if required and the locks have been fully overhauled with a key for each. Some minor scuffs and knocks consistent with use but all still in the original finish and in good and working order.Tall 79.75" plus 5" optional top trim. Body including plinth 69.5" wide. Body including cornice 72" wide. Exterior front to back 21.25". Interior front to back 18.5".

Original, quality 1930's child's chamberpot, manufactured by Shelley and in the original card box. This superb example is decorated with designs of children, with toys by ' Mabel Lucie Attwell ' and with a pale blue top rim and side handle. This chamberpot is perfect and very clean and bright and comes with the original decorated cardboard box a little rubbed in places but generally in good order otherwise. A seriously good find and a delightful piece. Pot 3.5" tall, 6.5" top diam and 7.25" including handle and box 7" x 7" x 4" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Copper Samovar See our "Kettles, Tea & Coffee" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality early 19th century fancy copper samovar/tea urn, complete with the brass tap and inner lift out fittings and heating bar. The cast pink brass side handles are decorated with Acanthus leaf designs, the cast brass tap to the front has an ivory finial and the vent to the inside of the lid is detailed "Best London Manufacturer". The urn shaped body is mounted on a slender neck onto a square plinth with the original bun feet. The rim of the circular section of the base., the finial to the lid and the bands of pink brass to the shoulder and neck, all have finely detailed pattern trims. A replacement cast iron heating bar has been made to suit. All has been fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. A superb samovar in super condition. 16.5" tall and 14" front to back including tap. 15" wide including handles and 7.25" square spread of feet.

Original, quality 1920's Arts and Crafts vaseline glass lantern shaped shade with diagonal stripes, fitted with a brass shade holder and a replacement brass ceiling rose both with olive grip fittings. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holder. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. Glass shade only 7.5" x 5" and 3.5" top rim. With shade holder 8.5" tall and rose 1.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century cast iron door porters, with 'D' shaped bases, acanthus leaf decoration and ribbon folded loop grips to the tops. The reverse of one is impressed '466' for the model number and all has been cleaned and lacquered and are complete and in good and working order. Although not marked for the manufacturer A Kenrick and Son of West Bromwich, model 466 in their catalogue of 1876 is identical. 7.75" tall x 5" wide at base and 2.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, late 19th century, superb quality, leather case, fully lined and fitted, with a pair of flat sided cut glass beakers and a pair of folding spoons, forks and knives. Each set of cutlery slotted into the leather holder will slip easily into the drinking glass. The buff coloured leather carry case has an adjustable strap to the top and is impressed for the original owner "M. C" and "F. C". The handles on the cutlery are in white bleached and polished bone, the knife blade and corkscrew are steel and the top collars, spoon and fork are in nickel. No maker's name to the leather case or the cutlery, but nevertheless a super set, in super condition, appears unused. 6.25" x 4.75" and 1.75" front to back, cutlery 7.25" open, glass 3" x 1.5" and 4" tall. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 18th / early 19th century, bronze shop counter weight in the old unpolished green bronze colour. This example is not marked '2lb' but is this size and only has a few indistinct custom stamps but is complete and in good order. 4.25" tall x 2.25" base diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality matching pair of late 19th century apothecary marble mortars in a good weathered finish and planted up with house leeks and other succulents. Complete and in good order. 15" widest diam including ears and 7" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of 5ft post-war well weathered teak garden benches with slatted backs and seats. All in a super colour and complete and in good and working order. Each 60" long, back rails 32" tall, arms 22" front to back and seats 15.5" from ground. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality all copper fire extinguisher with good rivets all round, embossed brass labels to the front and cast brass fittings, the top cap, the hose mounts and a handle to the reverse. The labels detail "The Walker Perfection Fire Extinguisher", "made and tested 1939" and 1.25 gallons capacity. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. 16" tall x 7.5" diam and 10" wide include hose pipe. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century blacksmith made wrought iron door hinges. These larger than average hinges have decorative ends and each strap has seven countersunk screw holes for mounting and the mounting plates each have four. The old wear to the hinged sections has been built back up, all has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Straps 20.5" x 3" and mounting plates 9.5" x 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Leather Fire BucketOriginal, quality late 19th century all leather fire bucket with the original copper band, riveted to the top rim and the original leather strap. This example is all copper rivet seamed and has the original red paint to the exterior and 'CFB' in white upper cased letters for "The Calne Fire Brigade" (Calne in Wiltshire). A great example and all original. Bucket 11.75" tall, top diam 10", base diam 6.5"and total with handle up 21". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century shopkeepers' hanging cast iron string ball holder and dispenser. This super example has decorated fretted grilles all round, a hanging loop to the top and each end has the manufacturer's name and address "Clements Newling & Co Ltd, Wood St, London E.C" in fine detail. A delicate piece' difficult to find these days in good order. Cleaned and lacquered and complete and in good and working order. 6" tall and 4.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views

Original, quality 1920's gavel, turned in oak with a presentation plaque showing the remains of an engraved reference. This example, although a gavel, is in the form of stonemason's or woodcarver's mallet and sometimes used as a mason's badge of office. A good usable gavel. Complete and in good and working order. 8.25" tall and 3" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century beautiful mahogany framed, shop counter top, fully glazed display cabinet to display and advertise "Lever's pure double distilled Glycerine". The plinth has inset white vitrolite (glass) panels, each acid etched. The longer panels "Lever Brothers Ltd, Port Sunlight & London" and the shorter ones "twenty eight gold medals & awards". The front glass is etched "By appointment to H.M. The Queen" and with the Royal Coat of Arms and the top pediment "Lever's pure double distilled Glycerine". The underside of the floor is stencilled "This case is the property of Lever Brothers Limited and is lent for the purpose of exhibiting their goods". The glass panel to the rear is a hinged door with a brass lever handle and opens downward. All is original and in super and very clean condition, but it will set you back a tidy sum. 16.5"tall including pediment. 17" wide and 8.25" front to back at base. Interior 10.5" tall and 12.5" x 4.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid 19th century cast brass letter clip in the very detailed form of a chicken or cockerel's head with a sprung opening beak as the clip, a red felt 'Comb' to the top and the original gilt finish. This most unusual example has a hanging loop to the backplate and is impressed "Published March 6th, 1850 Messenger to the reverse. A good tight spring and complete and in good and working order. 5.5" long x 1" x 2.25" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century shoe mender's cast iron revolving nail cup for different sized tacks. This example has been cleaned and lacquered and is embossed to the base "Star Nail Cup". Complete and in good and working order. Base 5" diam, total 9.25" and 3.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of fretted brass wall pockets or spill vases circa 1900 / 1920's. This pair are fashioned from good thick sheet brass, have 'D' shaped bodies and a good design to the front and back panels. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 3.5" tall at back, 5.75" wide and 2" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, three piece pewter ice mould for table food decoration. The main middle section in the form of a basket, is hinged in two places and all fits, (when closed up), into the plain circular base and the top section is in the form of a pile of fresh fruit. The base is impressed "3" and "Quart". A most unusual example, very clean, complete and in good order. 6" tall x 5.25" base diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality near mint and near unused 1930's copper kettle with a rattling marble in the spout and a whistle in the lid. The underside is detailed "The Simplex patent solid copper kettle, made in England" and with the patent number and registration number for the year 1933. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 9" tall, body 7.75" diam and 10.5" wide including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, oak jardiniere with brass bands and side ring handles on the original three legged stand. The jardiniere will lift off the stand if required and has the original ivorine maker's label to the inside for "R Lister and Co Ltd Dursley England". The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good order. Jardiniere 9" tall x 10.25" top diameter, stand 31.5" tall and 17" spread of legs, total height 40.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Whitbreads Pub JugOriginal, quality, pre-war, Doulton two tone brown glazed water jug, with a side strap handle, a pouring lip and transfer printing to both sides "Whitbread's Ale and Stout". The underside is impressed "Royal Doulton England" and "2533". A firing blemish to the pouring lip, but otherwise all is complete and in good order. A good advertising water jug for the bar. 4.25" tall, base 3.5" diameter and 5.5" wide including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Nickel Mounted Oak Lemonade Jug Original, quality late 19th century white ceramic lined oak "Lemonade Jug" with nickel bands, lid, handles and mounts. This superb example, the best we have seen has a hinged top lid with a finial, a handle to the front and back, a shaped pouring spout and a shield shaped plaque for engraving. All is in superb order with the original finish to the honey coloured oak and only minor rubbing to the nickel mounts and no chips stains or cracks to the ceramic liner. 9.5" tall, base 7.5" diam and 10.25" front to back including handles. Click on photo for larger and other views.

4 Matching Brass Croydon WeightsOriginal, quality matching run of four cast brass bell shaped "Working Standard" weights circa 1880 / 1900. These weights are calibrated 7lb, 4lb, 2lb, and 1lb. Each one is marked accordingly to the top and with "Borough of Croydon Working Standard" to the bottom edge and '3' to the front of each. A super part set of County Standard weights as used by the weights and Measures Department to check scales and weights used by retailers to sell goods to the public. largest 7.25" x 3.75" widest. Smallest 3.5" x 1.75" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Run of 4 Cast Iron Weights Original, quality run of four matching cast iron weights, circa 1900. These super weights were probably used by ironmongers, green grocers' or seed merchants as shop counter weights. Each one is calibrated and these are "7lbs", "4lbs", "2lbs" and "1lb". All have been cleaned and lacquered and are complete and in good and working order. Largest 5.5" tall and 2.75" square. Smallest 2.75" tall and 1.5" square. Price is for the set.

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Pooley 14lb Brass Weight Original, quality 1920's 14lb bell shaped cast brass Grocers' / Butchers' Shop Counter weight stamped "14lb" to the top and "H.Pooley & Sons Ltd" to the shoulder. A very clean weight and not easy to find anything above 7lbs. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good order. 9" tall and 4.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Leather Covered Chesterman 66ft Tape MeasureOriginal, quality pre-war 66ft surveyors tape measure in a leather cover with a polished fabric covered tape and brass mounts. The stitched leather case is embossed "Chesterman Constantia Sheffield England" for the manufacturer and the folding brass winding handle is stamped "66ft". One side is calibrated in feet and inches and the other in Links and Poles. Complete and in good and working order. Case 5" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Price: £65.00

Oak Filing CabinetOriginal, quality 1920's oak and oak veneered floor standing filing cabinet with five slide out trays with open fronts and a 'tambour' shutter. The key will release the shutter from top to bottom, and the shutter will push shut and lock without the key. All in the original finish and complete and in good and working order. A brass retailer's plate is fixed to the reverse for "Cooke's of Finsbury Ltd". Complete and in good and working order. 31" tall and 19.75" x 16.5" top. Body 18.25" x 14.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Blue and White Ceramic BedpanOriginal, quality, late 19th century blue decorated on white ceramic bedpan, transfer to the underside for the manfacturers S.Maw Son and Thompson, London, trade mark England". The detailed design incorporctes all manner of insects including dragonflies, beatles, butterfiles grasshoppers and insects, everytime you look more become apparent . One small chip to the inner rim otherwise all is complete and in good order. The frist we have had and a real beauty if you say that about a bedpan! 15" long, 11" wide pan 3.5" tall total height 4.5". Price is for each blue and white. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Leather 75 Cartridge BagOriginal, quality, circa 1900, leather cartridge bag to hold 75 shotgun cartridges with leather side mounts with brass fittings and the original adjustable webbing shoulder strap. The mount to the front strap is impressed 'F.R.A' for the previous owner and the reverse is impressed '75' for the capacity. This example is in super condition with no wear to the piped edges on the bag or to the interior lining. A smart general use, shoulder bag for both men or women or a good cartridge carrier. All is complete and in good and working order and the brass can be polished for no extra charge on request. Bag 8" tall x 9" wide and 2.5" front to back. Approx strap 48" total length and 2" wide. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Galvanised Feed BinOriginal, quality 1920's rectangular shaped galvanised feed bin with a hinged flat top lid. The lid is rather weathered, but all is waterproof with no holes, only surface rust to the base. Remove the lid and ideal for a garden planter if required. Complete and in good and working order. 29.5" tall and lid 27.5" x 18". Body 26" x 17". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Huntley and Palmers Mini Biscuit Tin Original, quality Huntley and Palmers cube shaped miniature biscuit tin, in superb condition and originally containing biscuits in the shape of letters. Several models of this size tin were issued over the years and this one has John Ginger to each panel and 'Ginger Nuts' and was manufactured in 1933. Complete and in good order. 1.5" square and 1.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Silver Plated Stilton ScoopOriginal, quality late 19th century superb silver plated stilton scoop with an ivory grip engraved with Initials 'T.A'? This serious cheese scoop has a great shape and is impressed to the reverse for "Walker and Hall'. No wear to the silver plate and no damage, stains or cracks to the ivory grip. Complete and in good and working order. 9.25" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, pair of circa 1900, cast pink brass octagonal shaped door knobs with matching backplates, and a square bar included to fit standard mortice locks and latches. Each backplate has four countersunk screw holes for mounting, and the reverse is impressed for the manufacturer "Gibbons Wolverhampton". Good sized pair of turning handles for this octagonal shape, complete and in good and working order. Backplate 2.5" diam, knob 2.5" and 2.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Brass Oyster Box Original, quality late 19th century square sheet brass box with two hinged lids. The larger lid opens to reveal six square copper bowls originally with tinned interiors and each bearing the stamp for "Jones Bros 4 Down Street London" the manufacturer/supplier. The small lid opens to reveal one long copper bowl similar to those smaller and a circular steel grater for nutmeg or other similar solid spices. The interior of the cabinet is again stamped for Jones Bros, the underside of the lids are tinned, and the upper surface of the lid has the faint engraved detail of a monogram of three or four letters. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A most unusual cabinet we hope we have entitled it correctly if not please tell us. 12" x 12" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass letter opener, with a very detailed copper handle all in the oriental style. The scimitar shaped blade is engraved with various sea fish and creatures and the copper grip is embossed with the most highly detailed assortment of sea creatures in deep relief. The main base could be a ' Coelacanth ', with a lobster and other fish to one side and an octopus and other fish to the other side, I cannot emphasize the detail enough. All has been cleaned and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order 11.75" x 1.25" x 0.5" Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's oval copper galleried tray, with deep embossed detail of fruit and leaves in a border to the base and a pierced gallery raised at both ends with cut out handle holds. This super tray is stamped to one end 'Newlyn' for the maker and all is in superb condition. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 20" x 12" and 2" tallest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century cast pink brass larger than average 'Doctors' Door Knocker. This example has replacement nuts and threaded bars fitted and the circular backplate is a replacement made to suit copied from the original knocking stud. A great looking knocker and rare to find one in pink brass. Complete and in good and working order. Total height 7.75" x 2.75" and 3.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's unused bentwood corn measure in unbelievable mint condition, as clean as the day it was made. Not a split or a worm hole. This example is branded with a 'GR' custom and excise mark with a Kings Crown between and '587' beneath, to the front above "Half Bushel" and to the inside floor. All has been cleaned, waxed and really is the best we have seen and indeed the best you could ever find. Complete and in mint condition. 11.5" tall, 15.5" widest including handles and body 11.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Miniature Kitchen Range Original, quality 1920's superb miniature kitchen range, probably manufactured in Germany for the UK Market. This exciting all original example made in tin has retained the original black paintwork with silver painted coach lining and nickel plated top rail and over doors. The hinged doors with catches conceal the methylated spirit burners and the flue pipe to the rear is a push in fit. The five nickel plated on brass cooking pots are complete and usable although with minor dents and with most of the plating worn off. The kettle has a folding handle with a black painted wooden grip, the chocolate pot has the original turned wooden handle and a replacement twizzle stick and the oval shaped stockpot has a replacement tap fashioned from an old champagne tap. Again all is complete and in working order, but of course the ovens are only for the spirit burners to heat the top of the range. Total height including chimney 16", 8" height to worktop, 15.5" wide including rail and 12" front to back including chimney and rail. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century superb single candle coach lamp with the original bracket. This example is grander than most and would have been used on a Landau or a liveried coach rather than a wagon or gig etc. The two larger shaped bevelled glass panels are separated with three slim panels, each having copper beaded edges. The interior is in nickel plate, as is the candle tube / grip and the decorative most to the top and mount is bleeding through to the copper. The candle holder to the inside is stamped "John and Hen Lowe". All is complete and in good and working order and in superb condition throughout. The black metalwork has been cleaned and repainted and the nickel plated and copper mounts have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 19" tall, body 6.5" square and 9.5" front to back including mount for bracket. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid 19th century wrought iron surface mounted door lock with the original keep and key and a super manufacturers brass plaque to the front detailing "Chubb and Son Makers to Her Majesty" and "Chubbs Patent, 57 St Pauls Churchyard London". Will take a standard modern square bar for the handles. This lock has the provision for a handle turn, a key lock and a security slide on the inside of the room, which overrides the handles and the key lock. This superb example has seven levers and a very smooth action despite its age and size, only to be expected from this top lock manufacturer. The original key is marked for Chubb and the ring grip has had repairs over the years. All has been cleaned and lacquered and fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order. Lock 9" x 7" x 1.5". Originally fitted to the door of a Barclays Bank. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Set of three matching mid 19th century burnished steel fire irons comprising shovel, tongs and poker each with pistol grip handles. The tongs have shield shaped covers to the hinge, the poker has a super waisted square section tip and the shovel is pierced for sifting over the ashes in the grate. All have been burnished and waxed and are complete and in good and working order. Most unusual to find the pistol grips, this is the first we have had. Shovel 30.5" x 6" x 1.5". Tongs 30" x 3" x 1.5". Poker 29" x 1" x 1.5". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century decorative cast iron three sided window box mounts for window sills, in an art nouveau style. The short side sections are designed with protroding lugs to mount in the wall. All is in the old paint needing a clean and repaint but otherwise complete and in good and working order. 54.5" wide, 10" front to back plus the mounting lugs, 12.75" tallest including feet and finials. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century superb cased Marsh Harrier mounted by Alfred Thomas of Gloucester with good groundwork, a pale blue wash backboard and an ivorine name plaque to the lower left front corner of the backboard. Complete and in good order. 25" tall x 24.5" and 10" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

riginal, quality cased Buzzard, circa 1900/1920's mounted by Hutchins of Aberystwyth. This superb example has all the special qualities of the Hutchins cases, the realistic paper mache rockwork, the pastel wash colours to the backboard, the typical grasses and ferns, the gilded inner beading and the block feet to each corner. In outstanding condition and complete. 24.75" tall x 21" and 8.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Coco De MerOriginal, quality pre-war 'Coco de Mer' seed pod with a cut and hinged top section having been converted to a carrier or container and fitted with hand made brass hinges with copper rivets. These pods were the seed of a palm tree growing exclusively on the Seychelles Islands and were often carved and decorated by the natives during the 19th century and carried back to Europe by the sailors. These seed pods aliken to a double coconut often floated at sea to far off continents. Although cut and hinged and with two holes drilled to the other side all is in super condition. These are hard to find today. 11" x 10" x 7".

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Ferret SpadeOriginal, quality late 19th century forged steel small spade with a long steel neck and plates mounted on an ash shaft with a 'T' bar handle. The spade is impressed "Black" for the blacksmith "Forge" and has two cut outs to the top for pulling tree roots away. These spades were used to dig out a Ferret that had gone to ground. Has been cleaned and varnished for display but a good condition ready for use if wanted. 34.5" long, spade 5" wide and 'T' handle 5" wide. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Blue and White Ceramic Drainer Insert Original, quality, mid 19th century, oval shaped blue decorated on white perforated ceramic drainer insert for an oval platter. This superb example has a pale blue design of cattle at the water's edge, with a lake beyond and a group of grand buildings in the distance. Some minor staining, but otherwise perfect with no knocks or cracks. 14.25" x 10.25" and 1.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century copper photograph frame with a fold flat easel style back stand. This good example has a wide frame of interlocking copper rings with a copper inner border and the original panel of bevelled clear glass. The front has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and the reverse has the old unpolished patina. Will take a photo 6" x 4.25" with 5.5" x 4.75" visible from the front. Complete and in good and working order. Unusual for this model to be copper. 8" x 6.5" and 3.5" front to back when open.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's, large cast brass plaque detailing "Postal Orders, Pensions and Allowances" to one side and "P.O. PSNS. & ALLCES" to the other in inlaid white enamel upper cased text. This plaque is in the old unpolished 'bronze' colour, but can be polished back to the pink brass on request at no extra cost. This sign would have been slotted in above a teller on a post office counter and the abbreviated version to the reverse was for the tellers information. A super clean sign of great quality, complete and in good order. 22" x 4". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Holborn Foster Mother Original, quality 1920's two colour glazed stoneware "Holborn Foster Mother". This example shaped like a water filled footwarmer is used to suckle piglets or similar when not suitable for the mother to do so. Rubber teats would be fitted and the tank filled with the required liquid food. One neck is chipped otherwise all is in good order and only needing the teats to be complete. 14" long x 6" wide and 8" tall including stopper. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass intercom bell with brass mounts, steel springs, two decorative brass bosses and a swinging room number. This most unusual example can be pulled from either left or right and is for use with a tight wire, non-electrical bell system, with other parts required to operate this system usually available in stock. Often now referred to as 'Downton Abbey' bells. Many other bell fittings of differing types may also be available. The ironwork has been repainted, and the brass polished and lacquered. Other similar bells may be available on request. The white ceramic (pendulum) will continue swinging as an indicator long after the bell has stopped ringing and the '64' has been painted on and can be removed or changed with ease. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. Total drop including pendulum 18" x 6" widest. Drop excluding pendulum 11" and 5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century pierced brass fender with a sheet steel floor, three brass lions paw feet to the front, the original side poker stands and the original matching brass fire irons comprising: shovel, tongs and poker. All six pieces, the fender and the fire irons are all the original matching with the same shaped finials. The steel floor has been cleaned and repainted black and all the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. The shovel is pierced to sift through the embers and put back onto the fire all but the ash. Exterior 51" x 12" front to back and 8.5" tall. Interior 50" x 10.5" front to back. With side mounted fire iron stands 26.5" tall. Shovel 27.5" x 5.5" x 1.5". Tongs 27" x 4.5" x 1.5". Poker 26.75" x 1.5" x 1.5". Price is for the set of six pieces. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, Corncrake mounted by Edward Allen of York, circa1900. This unusual example in a glass fronted case has superb groundwork, and foliage and all is in super condition. The lifelike pose of the bird in flight is clever and natural. All is completely original and has the bonus of the Taxidermist's well detailed label to the reverse. A very very clean example.14.5" tall x 15.75" wide and 13" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass and copper food warmer / hotplate for the dining table. This super example has a lift out copper top on an art nouveau brass frame, with two methylated spirit burners beneath with decorative frames, wick controls and covers all standing on six black ceramic bun feet. The top tray has a dimpled finish and the burners, with their own stands can be used away from the whole hotplate, if so desired. Both the copper trays are impressed " British make ". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. A serious Art Nouveau item, a great looker and very usable. Top 24" x 9", total including handle 26.5" x 6.5" tall and 9" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's free blown cranberry glass short hyacinth bulb vase, with good wear to the underside. The good news is cranberry examples are hard to find and this is the first we have seen. The bad news is the 1" hairline crack from top to nearly the waisted pinching. There are also a few very very minor chips to the top ground edge, a real beauty otherwise. 4.5" tall and 4.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, superb amber coloured cut glass door knobs, circa 1900, with a square bar included to fit a standard mortice lock and latch. Each circular cast brass backplate has a decoration in relief and three countersunk screw holes for mounting. Each knob has one minor chip to the high point and one knob has a blemish to the background, otherwise all are complete and in good and working order. These handles are the best of their type that you could wish for. Backplate 2.5", knob 2.5" diameter and 2.25" front to back. Price is per pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality pair of late 19ht century cast iron mantel ornaments in the form of stags with an array of antlers and foliage around the feet. Cleaned and lacquered and complete and in good order. 8.5" tall, 7.5" widest and 1.5" front to back.

Original, quality late 19th century, cast iron bracket, to mount a 4.75" circular drainpipe or soil pipe to the wall. This example has two large circular backplates for mounting, each with one bolt hole set within a floral motif in relief, either side of the central strap for holding the down pipe in postion. Has been sandblasted and painted in red primer. Complete and in good and working order. 16.75" wide and 4" tall and central strap 5.25" front to back. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's art deco bevelled wall mirror, in the shape of a four petal flower, with peach coloured mirror glass to the petals and a circular clear mirror glass centre. All is mounted on the original thick multi - ply backboard, with small chrome mounts. In superb order with no chips or blemishes. A most unusual shape. 21.5" square and 30" point to point x 0.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Murattis Cigarette Cabinet Original, quality 1920's shop cigarette display cabinet with mirror pediment and five side sliding drawers. Generally in good order and near complete. 32.5" tall, 19.25" wide and 4.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original quality, 19th century, blacksmith made, wrought iron, revolving garden line reel with a replacement wrought iron stake. A much larger than normal example. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. 24" long x 14.5". Click on photo for a larger view.

Set of four late 19th century square two tone stoneware spirit flasks in the original fitted basket. Each flask has a strap handle with a decorative mount at the end, the original brass mounted cork in the original colour, an impressed lozenge mark for the year 1877 and the name of the original contents "Scotch Whiskey", "Irish Whiskey", "Gin" and "Brandy". The flasks are all perfect and complete but the basket is a little shakey and the worst for wear. Each flask 8" tall including stopper and 3.5" square. Basket 9" square, 5.5" tall plus 3" handle. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's wall mounted cast brass on oak dinner gong. This example has a cast brass horses head with a brass horseshoe surround mounted on an oval shaped honey coloured light oak backboard with an old brass handled beater sitting on two brass hooks above. The circular brass gong is suspended from behind the ears of the horse and has a textured front. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order with a good tone and resonance. Total drop 16", gong 7" x 1.25", backboard 10.5" x 6" and beater 9" x 1.5".

Original, quality set of four matching 1920's / 30's cast brass electric wall lights of the flaming torch form, referred to as cinema lights. This super heavy quality set of four lights are impressed to the reverse of the backplates "GEC" for the General Electric Company, "A578" and "Made in England". Each backplate has four screw holes for mounting, although we have added a bar to the reverse to hook over a screw or similar if needed, this is easily removed if not wanted. The flame shaped shades are probably the originals if not, they are a good set. All have been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders.Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Backplate 12.25" x 3, total height including shade 19.75" x 4.5" and 8.5" front to back. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's deep blue glass soda syphon with an old replacement nylon top mount and etched to the front of the glass "This syphon is the property of Batey & Co Ltd London". A super example in super condition but not suitable for use. A great colour to find. 12.5" tall x 4" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass electric desk lamp with the original but repainted steel trough shade. This super example has a tapered tubular stem mounted on a circular base with a heavy cast iron weight underneath. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder, in-line switch and a three pin plug. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 18.5" tall, base 6" diam and shade 8.75" x 2.75" tall x 5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Glass Cucumber StraightenerOriginal, quality late 19th century free blown clear glass cucumber straightener in super condition, with the flattened knop to the smaller end for tying up. Not a chip or blemish in sight and great to work with. Complete and in good order and working order. 18.25" x 3.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality small enamel sign advertising "Hudsons Soap" with the cycle lamp logo and beam of light. This most unusual example is bright and glossy but it does have chips to the edges and around the four screw holes. The lower edge is printed for the sign manufacturer "Stainton & Hulme Ltd Birmingham" and "3/05" for 1905 the year of manufacture. 10" x 7". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Ten matching original quality 1920's brass hat and coat hooks with white ceramic finials all mounted on two matching mahogany backboards made to suit. Each hook has a plain tubular stem on a shaped backplates each with four countersunk screw holes for mountin and have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fix to wall by removing the end hooks, use the holes provided, then refit the coat hooks to conceal the wall screws. Complete and in good and working order. Backboard 35.5" x 5.5" x 0.75" each and total 9.5" tall x 6.25" front to back each. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early to mid 19th century cast brass door knocker of a super Georgian design with the original wrought iron bolts cast in. The elegant front has a drop loop knocker, with a shell shape behind, a shaped stem above and a flat plate for engraving if required. The hexagonal nuts are replacements, but all the rest is original and complete and in superb working order. One of the finest brass door knockers we have seen. 8.5" tall, 4" wide and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, wrought iron and copper three tier cakestand stamped to the underside "Acanthus" for the pattern, "Townshend and Co" for the maker and with the registration number for the year 1891. This super example has three copper trays graduated in size and shape all with a rolled wavy outer gallery and an overall impressed abstract pattern. The larger lower tray is circular, the middle kidney shape and the upper a small oval. The blacksmith made wrought iron stand has three legs with curled over feet, twisted supports and decoration and a basket grip handle to the top. All has been cleaned / polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A most unusual cakestand in the Arts and Crafts style. 34" tall, 18" widest and 16" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's double sided enamel directional arrow detailing 'Telephone' in red upper cased text on cream, with a red border all round. This sign, in mint unused condition, has two holes to the top for mounting on a bracket and is as clean and bright as the day it was made. Two minuscule chips only and complete. 23" x 5.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass mantel ornaments in the form of two greyhounds, one facing left and the other to the right. One is detailed to the lower front in upper cased embossed text "Col. North's Fullerton" and the other "Farndon Farry". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are complete and in good order. Bases 11" x 1.5", total height 8.25". Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century glass gas shades with replacement brass shade holders to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders made to suit. These examples were originally up lighters only but now with these shade holders they can be used facing up or down. These shades have a bulbous body with a cut glass design and a flared outer rim in cranberry colour. The brass shade holder have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 6" tall x 5.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, amber coloured glass 'Schweppes' soda syphon, with the original chromed top. The top collar details "The Property of Schweppes Ltd" and the glass body is acid etched to the front "Schweppes Ltd, London, Porcelain Lined Syphon, By Special Appointment" with a Royal Coat of Arms to the centre. Very difficult to find good coloured, English soda syphons today. Complete and in good order, but not suitable for use. 12" tall x 3.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pre-war 5lbs size cube shaped Bisto Tin with good transfer printed detail to all four sides and the top. The rear panel has a multicoloured advert of the two Bisto children by "Will Owen" and the other four panels detail "Bisto for gravy and all meat dishes" and "directions for using". Some rubbing to the edges but generally in super condition. 6" x 6" x 6". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, cast iron, wall mounted letter box issued by the post office 1857 to 1901. The hinged door to the front has the original lock and key, but no collection plate. The crown and "VR", for the reign of Queen Victoria, are embossed to the top of the front and the lower edge has "T. Allen and Co, London" for the manufacturer. The interior has the original hinged wire cage to prevent the letters falling out when the door is opened and all has a cleaned and repainted in red (not quite a pillar box red). The aperture is larger than normal for boxes of this age for this aperture has been altered at a later date to cope with the increase in size of general mail. The conversion was a standard post office alteration. Another interesting feature of this box is the key with two pins to the handle, this is used to operate the dust or bee cover to the keyhole, preventing dust or bees entering. All has been fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order. Front 28" x 10.5", main body to be recessed 27.5" x 9.5" + 11.5" front to back to be recessed, aperture 7.75" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900, cylindrical tin mould with internal ribbing and a removable base and lid. The base is stamped for its size "1¼ pt" and 'F248' and the top is in copper with a tin collar. The copper is deeply embossed with the detail of a peony type flower head. All has been polished and lacquered although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. A smaller matching mould may well be available ref code: IM48. 6.25" tall and body 3.25" diam.

Original, quality 1920's cast brass three branch electric light fitting with an old similar brass ceiling rose. This example has three curved square tubes down to the central cast brass main body and up and out to support pendant flex with the bulb holders. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. The shades are not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S840. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 25" tall and 15" diam excluding shades. Ceiling rose 4" diam x 2" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality circa 1900, vaseline coloured glass gas lamp shade. This shade has been fitted with a replacement, lacquered brass shade holder to fit a standard, modern, UK electric bulb holder. This most unusual example has diagonal ribbing to the green vaseline body and a bold vaseline colour to the top with an inverted and outward turned wavy top rim. Complete and in good order. 5.5" tall including holder and 3.75" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Set of three 1920's vaseline coloured glass electric light shades, to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. These superb shades have an overall satin finished green vasline colour with a stronger wavy band to the wasited centre and a wavy outer rim. Complete and in good order. 5.25" tall and 5" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, circa 1900, miniature two tone stoneware footwarmer / hot water botlle / muff warmer manufactured by Denby. This very scarce example is transfer printed in black for "James Pearson China Merchant Blackpool", has the original screw in stopper and is complete and in perfect condition with no chips or blemishes. 4.75" long to front knob grip. 2" wide and 2.5" tall including stopper. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, circa 1900, blacksmith made hand wrought iron log fork for the down hearth. This super long example has a hayfork shaped head with two prongs and an open basket type hand grip, has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. A most unusual example. 60" x 5.5" x 1.25" diam handgrip. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's miniature brass Anvil on stand, a good scaled down example. This could well be a jeweller's working Anvil and will detach from the base, for it appears to have been used by the fine scarring on the top working bed. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. 2.75" tall, Anvil 3.25" front to back and base of stand 2.25" x 2.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century very small cast iron tally iron with the original poker. This super example has a circular cast iron base embossed with a beaded design and marked to the underside '3' for the size and "Kenrick" for the manufacturing iron foundry A Kenrick & Sons of West Bromwich. The original poker, most unusual to find these together, is a delicate piece of blacksmith wrought ironwork with shapes to the stem and a loop at the end. The tally iron appears to be in the original black finish or it may well be an old repaint ? and the poker has been cleaned and lacquered. Base 2.75" diam, total height 4.25" and 10.5" length with poker. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Miniature Heal and Son Brass Half Tester Bed Original, quality late 19th century all brass miniature half tester bedstead with an old mattress and pair of pillows. This example is perfectly scaled down, has side wings at the top and all the four main pillars are stamped 'H&S' for the department store Heals & Sons of London. The cast iron and wrought iron base is in an old paint and the brass been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good order and is truly an exciting item. 29.5" tall head end and 14.5" foot end. 15.5" wide and 27" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Suitcase Stand Original, quality 1920's suitcase / luggage stand in a mahogany coloured hardwood with turned and shaped legs and stretchers and a slatted top section. Ideal as a coffee table base or cabinet stand or ever as it was intended as a suitcase rack. Complete and in good and working order. Top 20.5" x 14.75", total 18" tall and 21" x 16.5" spread of feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early 19th century blacksmith made wrought iron man trap, these were originally set in the undergrowth to catch poachers. This serious trap has large toothed jaws, two thick springs and a tread plate. I know this does not bear thinking about, but at least these traps were made illegal to use in 1831, although references do show they were used long after. One spring has been repaired well with two rivets and one tooth is missing but all otherwise, is complete and in good order, and all has been cleaned and lacquered. Complete examples of original man traps are very hard to find today, and this is about the best they come. 73" x 21.5" and 13" tall. Jaws 20.5" x 3.75" and plate 16.75" x 15.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality cast aluminium "RSPCA" heavy horse merit badge presented by the "Royal Society For the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals" in 1950. This unusual example has retained the original leather backing piece and is complete and in good order. Badge 2.75" x 3.75" and leather backing 5" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality unused late 19th century five piece steel meat carving set in the original fitted leather / paper box, the interior is lined in red velvet to the base and red silk to the lid. The set comprises a joint carving knife and fork, a poultry carving knife and fork and a sharpening steel all with dark Antler grips and nickel mounts. The knives are engraved for the manufacturer "John Wigfall & Co Sheffield", the sharpening steel is stamped the same and the forks have super sprung guards as rests and are stamped "Wigfall & Co". A very very clean set. Complete and in good and working order Remember, these pieces of cutlery are steel, not stainless steel, and will keep a very sharp edge, but they dislike water or moisture; just wipe and dry them thoroughly. Box 16.5" x 7.5" x 1.5". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century heavy horse brass faceplate with a pierced design to the centre and "J.C.Wall" detailed to the lower section. J C Wall was a Road Haulier using heavy horses and a shipper for the 'Great Western Railway' in Bristol and his office was at 26 Redcliff Street in Bristol. He died in 1897. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good order. 3.5" tall x 3" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1950's / 60's white glass Petrol Pump globe in the form of a large Cockle Shell. This example is embossed in relief to form the shell both sides and with"Shell Mex" in uppercased text again to both sides. The underside is transfer printed "Hailware British Made" and "Property of Shell, Mex & BP Ltd" and "Returnable on Demand". Absolutely perfect and with the black rubber base collar. This super example is very bright and very clean. 17.5" tall x 17.5" x 8" and base exterior rim 7" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of Glass Lusters Under DomesPair of original, quality mid 19th century superb hand painted and gilded glass lustre vases, with all the original clear cut glass lustre drops and the original fine glass domes on wooden bases. All is complete and in good order with no chips, with just one good repair to the stem on one vase. A great pair of ornaments very Victorian and the best we have seen to date. Vases 14" tall, 6.5" top diam and 5.5" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, heavy brass oval shaped drinks tray, with a rolled over top rim on the gallery and a punch engraved design of arum lilies and leaves. A great piece of work, but with no maker's stamp. An unusual example which has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Complete and in good order. 20.5" x 16.25" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, circa 1900 / 1910, pyramid shaped revolving shop counter display cabinet with three shelves and a downward hinged glazed door to one side. The top pediment has etched and infilled white glass panels detailing "Lever Brothers Ltd Soapmakers to The Late Queen Victoria". Complete and in good and working order. A most unusual display cabinet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pine Kitchen DresserOriginal, quality late 19th century two piece stripped pine kitchen dresser, the base with two pairs of panelled doors beneath two long drawers and the original top rack with three graduated shelves with plate grooves and old brass period cup hooks. The brass knobs to the doors, the brass handles to the drawers and the top pine cornice are all old replacements. The base has no backboards or floor, but it never had, and the open rack above had no backing boards either and also never has. Some old staning to some shelves and to the worktop surface and the occasional good old repairs otherwise all is complete, in superb condition and ready to go in its waxed finish. Two keys are included, one for each cupboard door lock. Base - At Floor 76.5" x 20.5" front to back. Worktop 77.5" and 21" front to back and 37" tall. Top rack 54.5" tall x 75.5" wide and cornice 77.5" x 9". Total height 91.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality Huntley and Palmers biscuit tin issued in 1909 and entitled 'Books'. This super example by this famous firm represents seven popular books of the day, between simulated wooden bookends. This tin is as near mint as you could expect to find without the card box and is printed with the registration number for the year 1909 and etched to the underside "Huntley and Palmer's biscuits Reading and London." The book spines to the top is the hinged lid. This is the first of this model we have found. Base 8.75" x 4", top 5.5" x 4" and 4" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pre war heavy brass mounted copper petrol pump check five gallon customs and excise measure. Used by government officers to check the petrol pumps on garage forecourts to ensure the correct measure is given out. This large example is impressed "Five Imp. Gallon" to both sides and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. With handle up 21" tall x 13" wide and 16" front to back including handle and 18" tall with handle down. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's/very very clean curved enamel sign with blue upper cased text on white detailing "House purchase, Motor, Fire Burglary, etc. K.G. Gough Mortgage and Insurance Broker, 3 Westfield Drive (off Lincoln Rd)" possibly Skegness. This sign was originally fixed to a stone pillar on the front of a building and has four screw holes for mounting. Complete and in good order. 12" x 8.75" x 2" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Dixon Nickel Plated Tea Caddy Original, quality late 19th century oval shaped Britannia metal tea caddy in near mint condition. This super example has a dished top hinged lid and a good decorative bead to the top of the lid and the top and base of the body. No wear to the plated finish and impressed to the underside for the manufacturer James Dixon & Son. Complete and in good and working order. 4.5" tall including finial and base 4.25" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century blue glazed stoneware loo pull handle with the original brass mounts and chain. This super example by Doulton was one of four different colours produced other than white ones. The ceramic pull is perfect with no chips or cracks and the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good and working order. Pull handle 5" X 1" and total length including chain 33". Click on photo for larger view.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's, cast pink brass letter flap with "Letters" in upper cased text inlaid white enamel. This larger than average example has replacement springs and threaded bolts, but has retained the original slotted brass heads for the inside of the door. The inlaid enamel is perfect and all is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 13.5" x 4.5", aperture 10.25" x 2.25", bolt centres 12". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality Candlestick Telephone, with a bakelite mouthpiece and cover to the earphone. The dial version of the candlestick telephone was introduced in the early 1920's and were phased out in the late 1930's. During the current restoration and conversion this telephone has been completely disassembled and cleaned, some parts and the cords have been renewed, and full details of the work carried out, with a list of replacement parts fitted is included with this item, as well as photos of before and after restoration. All is now complete and in good and working order. 13" tall and 5.25" diam base. Other converted telephones are usually available. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality cast iron money box in the detailed form of The Blackpool Tower. This super example in the original 'bronzed' finish has two slots to the sides for the money, one bolt to hold it all together and is impressed to the underside with the registration number for the year 1907. Complete and in good and working order. 7.5" tall and 4.5" x 3". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid to late 19th century large cast brass handbell with a brass ferrule, an internal blacksmith made wrought iron clapper with a thistle shaped end and a turned fruitwood handle. The shoulder of this example is engraved '15'. A great looking bell with a very loud tone, good resonance and complete and in good and working order.The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 16" tall and mouth of bell 7.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality mid 19th century wirework nursery fire guard with a wrought iron floor a brass top trim and decorative wirework swags along the top area. The metal floor and wirework has all been cleaned and repainted black, and the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good and working order. 27" tall x 48" wide exterior and 12.5" front to back exterior. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Anglepoise Toilet Mirror Original, quality 1940's small adjustable toilet mirror with a bevelled glass, chromed corner mounts and a decorated steel back. This mirror is supported on an adjustable, chrome on steel back with bakelite rollers. A well-balanced mechanism, no wonder, this mirror was manufactured and marked accordingly by "Herbert Terry and Sons Ltd" of Redditch. The mechanism is also marked "Anglepoise Mirror Patents Pending" and "Made in England". Some minor scratches to the mirror and some peeling of the chrome plate to the mechanism on the reverse. Otherwise, all is complete and in good and working order. On reflection, this is the first one we have seen. Mirror 10" x 7" x 0.5". Min front to back 4". Max front to back 9.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, white glass hanging electric light fitting, with the original brass shade holder a replacement brass hook, ceiling rose and length of chain. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. All has been fully overhauled, the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. A great run of hanging lights. 13" tall and 11" widest, plus 17" chain and rose, 2" tall and 2.5" diam. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's smoothing plane with a steel body, a brass lever cap, the original two piece cutting blade and the original mahogany infill with a closed grip to the rear. The blades are impressed "Norris London" and the lever cap "Norris A6 London patent adjustable". The wooden infill is also stamped for a previous owner "F.H Arnold". We have not over cleaned this plane as much of the original finish has been retained and all is complete and in good and working order. The best condition Norris we have had to date. 9.5" long, 2.75" wide sole, 6" tall and 2.25" cutting iron. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's cast brass wall mounted loo roll holder with a replacement ebony roll bar all mounted on a replacement mahogany backboard copied from an original. Will fit a standard, modern roll of toilet paper. The brass backplate is embossed "The Falcon Toilet Fixture" and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. To fit to the wall remove the brass backplate and use the two holes provided. All is complete and in good and working order. Backboard 9.5" x 7.5" x 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century superb off white coloured ceramic, dairy shop display stand, with a large circular top with a rim on a shaped and fixed plinth. The underside is impressed for the manufacturer "Wedgwood" and the top is transfer decorated with the scales of justice logo and "Parnall and Sons weighing machine, grocers mill and canister manufacturer, 21 and 22 Narrow Wine St, Bristol". Some minor scuffs and stains to the glazing, otherwise complete and in good order. The first of this model we have seen. 16" top diam x 4" tall and 12" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century copper kettle, with cast brass handle supports and finial grip to the lid. This kettle is designed to stand on the kitchen range with the lower portion inside the top aperture of the range to speed up boiling the water. So remove the circular cast iron plate on the range and insert the kettle. The makers mark behind the spout is for Edward Villers Wilkes Birmingham behind the spout is for. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 12.5" tall, 8.5" wide and 11.5" front to back including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality small 1920's electric indicator board in a teak cabinet with two windows on a black glazed panel with red and white indicator flags. For use with a 12 volt, low voltage electric supply system. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock. This example is detailed for "Cells 1 and 2" and "Gents of Leicester" for the maker. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. 8" x 5.5" x 2.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality circa 1900, huge multifaceted moulded glass lamp fitting with the original pierced brass shade holder and a replacement brass ceiling rose and length of brass chain. The top collar of the shade is embossed 'Holophane'. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. This is the largest holophane shade of this style we have seen. 18" tall plus 18" chain, 14" widest and ceiling rose 2.5" tall and 3" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality set of three matching opaline coloured glass continental gas shades circa 1900, in a most unusual flower like form with three petals curling up and three down. These shades have been fitted with replacement, lacquered brass shade holders to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. Complete and in good order. 4.25" tall including holder and 6" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century very decorative all cast brass floor stand with a good size heavy circular brass dinner gong and an old beater with a turned oak shaft. This example is well above average with good tone and resonance. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and the beater has been re-covered. Some minor dents otherwise all is complete and in good and working order. Stand 31.5" tall x 21" and 9" front to back at floor. Hammer 13" x 2.25". Gong 14" diam x 2". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, near unused early to mid 19th century, mechanical food chopper with a cast iron frame, cogs and wheels and a circular sheet steel drum with a wooden floor, all mounted on the original elm base with most of the original green paint to the board. The cranked handle has a turned wooden grip and the drum is geared to the underside, so when the cranked handle is turned clockwise, the drum will rotate more slowly and is coordinated with the chopper blade moving up and down. This ingenious mechanical kitchen aid really does work, although rather outdated for use now. All has been cleaned and waxed and is complete and in good and working order. All is original with one exception, we have replaced one foot to the underneath which was missing. Otherwise, can you believe it? We have only cleaned it. A very unusual food chopper, great to find one and in such super condition. 7" x 16" x 1" wooden base, total 12" max wide, 16.5" long and 13.25" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century solid brass padlock of good proportion with a semi disguised sliding cover to the keyhole and the original brass key. This example has an unusual sprung action and is impressed with "1152" and "Strongs Patent" and a masonic motif of callipers and square. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. This is the first we have seen of this model. 5.25" x 3" x 0.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Newlyn Ink Stand See our "Inkwells & Writing" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality 1920's circular copper inkwell with pen holes and deeply embossed decoration of tulip flowers and stylised leaves. The inkwell is superbly rivetted to the circular base with brass rivets and the original lid has still survived. This item is not marked for Newlyn, but it does have all the signs otherwise. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Diam base 6.5" x 1.75" tall and lid 1.75" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's cast brass three branch electric light fitting in the Art Nouveau style, each branch carries a visible three core silk covered flex in pendant form. The central brass stem is barley twist and the top flange cast brass of a most unusual design. The shades are not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S761. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 21" drop excluding shades and 20" diam excluding shades. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Mahogany 3 Tier BuffetOriginal, quality late 19th century unusually small three tier mahogany buffet, with turned columns on brass castors with white ceramic wheels and a spindle gallery to the top back. Each column has a turned finial to the top, and all is in a super light mahogany colour with just a few minor marks from its previous life. A great looking and firm buffet. Complete and in good and working order. 44" tallest at back, 35" widest and 15.5" front to back. Top of shelves 8.5", 23" and 37". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Kents Egg BeaterOriginal, quality, late 19th century, white ceramic container, the base of a two piece egg beater and batter mixer. The cast iron and steel whisk would have been mounted on the top two side rests, but is long gone. This part is profusely transfer printed in pale blue for the maker, detailing "Kents Improved Monroes Patent Egg Beater and Batter Mixer" and other references to "Exhibition Prize Medal Awarded in 1851 and 1862" for the Kents Rotary Knife Cleaner. This ceramic base is complete with no chips, but there is considerable discolouration and crazing to the base foot. A rare find. 8" tall x 5" widest + base 4.5" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century surface mounted brass door bolts of an unusual form with replacement brass keeps made to suit. Each bolt has five screw holes for mounting and keep has two. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are complete and in good and working order. Bolt 12" x 1.75" and keep 1" x 1.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's superb stuffed perch in a glazed bowfront case with glazed end panels and good groundwork, as expected from this the best taxidermist of fish in my opinion. This example has gilt lines to the inside of the front bowed glass panel and a paper label on the backing board inside top left corner detailing "Preserved by J.Cooper and Sons 28 Radnor St, St Luke's London EC". A very clean genuine case with a good specimen in a life like set up. Case 12.5" tall plus hanging loop, 20.75" wide and 6.25" front to back at centre. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century small cast iron saucepan in the original paint finish with a tapered tubular steel handle and the original tinsmith made lid. This delightful example the smallest size we have had, is clearly impressed to the underside "A K & Sons ½ Pint" and "Patent No 2/0" for the manufacturer A Kenrick & Son of West Bromwich. This is unused although the paintwork is rubbed and the lid is a little weathered. All is complete and in good usable condition if required. Body of pan 2.25" tall excluding lid and base 3.25" wide. Total 5.25" tall and 7.75" long. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality mid 19th century, superb cast brass drop ring door pulls, with the original circular backplates, each with four screw holes for mounting. This near pair of handles were originally on strongroom fireproof doors and have now been fitted with threaded square bars, with a plate and nut adjustment system to enable these to fit as door pulls or to turn a pair of standard rim or mortice locks in conjunction with other handles. A stunning near pair of handles. Complete and in good and working order. Backplates 3" diameter, handles 3.75" wide x 5" drop and 1.5" front to back. Price is for the near pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century, huge cast brass handled tailors shears, with very large fitted finger guards. The brass is stamped near to the large bolt and caps, for the manufacturer " T Wilkinson and Son makers, Sheffield " and " Warranted " to the other side. Appears unused and is complete and in good and working order, fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. This the largest pair we have seen. 16" long, 4.5" wide and 3" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Librarians Book Grab Original, quality, late 19th century, llibrarian's book grab, used for reaching books from the upper shelves. This example has a mahogany pole with a cast iron lever to one end and brass pincer action grips to the other. The cast brass gripper action is in the original lacquered, unpolished and part gilded finish as is the lower backplate to the lever action. This can be polished back to brass if required. A great book grab, not easy to find today and complete and in good and working order. 49.5" long x 4" + 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's hanging frosted glass electric light bowl mounted within a decorative brass circular frame, with embossed roses and cast brass swags of roses, and other flowers beneath. All is suspended on four replacement brass chains. The centre of the frosted bowl is star cut decorated and the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A new brass bulb holder is included, wired with new silk covered, three core flex and an old brass ceiling rose. A super most unusual light fitting, complete and in good and working order. 15.5" diam and 7" tall bowl and frame tall. 21" total with chains as in picture, plus 2.5" tall ceiling rose x 4" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Orange Bitters Glass Spirit Urn Original, quality late 19th century small clear glass spirit urn with cut glass decoration to the body, a faceted plinth, a knopped glass cover / lid and a brass tap. Some minor chips to the base rim of the plinth and the top rim and one to the base of the lid, otherwise all is in super condition. The front is etched and gilded "Orange Bitters" and the tap has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A most unusual size. 14.5" tall x 5" wide and 7" front to back including tap. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Five piece, original quality, superb, Art Nouveau decorated wash basin set comprising ewer, basin, chamberpot, slops pail and soap dish. The exteriors of all the pieces are decorated with anenomes in pastel green and yellow colours. Most pieces are transfer printed to the underside "Aundel" for the pattern and "FW&Co" for the manufacturer 'F Winkle and Co of Staffordshire'. The soap dish base is impressed with the registration number for the year 1903. All pieces included are perfect, with just a faint star knock to the inside only of the slops pail, it is hardly visible, is surface only and does not appear to the outside. This set has two pieces to the soap dish and the slops pail does not have a lid, but it does have its cane swing handle. A great looking set, with a serious Art Nouveau design in shape and decoration. Bowl 16.5" diameter and 5" tall, jug 9" wide including handle x 14" tall, slops pail 11.5" tall x 11" top diameter, chamber pot 5" tall x 9" top diameter. Price is for the set. Some other matching, but well damaged pieces can be included if required. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's honey coloured oak stacking bookcase with four glazed sections, a plinth and a top pediment. Each section locks onto dowels in the section beneath and the glazed doors pull out and up and will slide in at the top of each section. Each door has the original brass keyhole surround detailed 'Lebus' for the manufacturer, and all have the original brass knobs and locks with a replacement key made to fit. All is complete and in good and working order with a few minor splits to the grain. This is the first stacking bookcase we have seen manufactured by this company 'Lebus'. Will dismantle into six pieces plus the doors to ease removal and other matching sections can be added when available. 60" tall at back, 34.75" wide and 14.5" front to back deepest. Cabinets 11" front to back internal. Click on photo for larger and other views,

Original, quality, late 19th century, large carved sycamore butter stamp with the original turned cover, stamp and beech handle. This well carved stamp is in the form of a rose with leaves and all is complete and in a good used condition. Stamp 3.75" diameter, total 4.5" diameter x 7.5" tallest and 6" with stamp punched down. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original quality 1920's extending brass fishing gaff for landing Salmon or Pike. This example has a brass body mounted with a ribbed mahogany grip, an extending gaff hook in brass and steel sections and a hinged guard for safety. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer can be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Closed 14.5 " long and extended 34" long. Grip 1.25" wide and hook 2.75" wide.

Original, quality pair of cut glass pendant electric light fittings with brass shade holders and the original matching ceiling roses stamped with the registration number for the year 1910. Have been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders with olive grip fittings. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. A most unusual example of pendant lights, the first we have seen. Shade with holder 10" x 4.5" widest. Ceiling rose 4" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality large, very clean, copper kettle circa 1900, with a circular copper lid with an acorn shaped finial, a shaped spout to the front and a cast brass handle over the top with a tubular copper grip. Most exciting though is the punch engraved detail to the shoulder, "The Jolly Anglers", with a fishing creel embossed and fish on the bank freshly caught. The underside of the kettle is stamped for the manufacturer "W.Souter and Sons of Birmingham". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A most unusual kettle with great dovetailed seams and condition and good tinning to interior. 13" tall, 9" wide and 13.25" front to back including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, copper coal bin with the original, blacksmith made wrought iron basket with a swing over handle and an old replacement copper and steel shovel with a turned wooden grip. The copper bin has an Art and Crafts feel with the scalloped and folded over corners and the style of the decorative wrought iron work. The ironwork has been cleaned and repainted matt black and the copper has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A most unusual coal bin complete and in good order. 15.5" tall with handle up plus shovel, 16" + 11" handle down, 13.5" wide + 18" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century three piece set of burnished steel fire irons comprising shovel, tongs and poker. This set has ribbed and shaped grips to the top part and rope twisted stems. The poker has a good long tip, and the shovel has the piercing that was to sift through the embers and put back onto the fire all but the ash. Cleaned and waxed and are complete and in good and working order. Shovel 30" x 5.5". Tongs 27" x 3" x 1.25". Poker 28" x 1.25". Price is for the set.

Original, quality pair of late 19th century huge octagonal shaped brass door knobs with matching backplates and with a threaded standard square bar and grub screw adjustment system to fit both mortice and rim locks and latches. Each backplate has two countersunk screw holes for mounting and all is complete and in good and working order. A super large pair of door knobs ideal for the front door. Backplate 3" diam, knob 2.75" diam and 3" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, mid 19th century, superb cast brass door knocker of a most unusual form, difficult to describe, but perhaps with the appearance of a drape hanging over a horizontal pole. This is the first we have seen of this model and with a very visible registration lozenge mark for the year 1850 impressed to the upper front. The knocking stud is an old one and both the knocker and stud have replacement threaded bars, nuts and washers. All has been polished and is complete and in good and working order. Knocker 10.5" x 5.5" and 2.25" front to back, stud 1.5" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Cast Iron Conservatory HeaterOriginal, quality late 19th century very decorative cast iron conservatory heater with pierced panels all round, red glass inner panels, one side opening hinged door and a brass oil reservoir with working oil burner and glass chimney. A cast iron maker's plate is fixed to the top detailing 'Veritas Stove', and each panel and part in cast iron is impressed with the registration for the year 1893. Each of the four sides are embossed and pierced with details of acanthus leaves, ferns and other foliage and all the cast iron has been burnished and lacquered. The original brass knob to the door and the oil front and burner have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. The tip of the cast iron urn finial to the top cover is missing, but otherwise all is complete and in good and working order. A really super looking stove and in great working order. 27" tall, body 8" square and base 11.5" square.

Original, quality pre-war saddler made miniature, all leather saddle, complete with side straps and stirrups. Made by a saddler and harness maker in Cirencester, Glos. A good piece of craftsmanship to scale. Complete and in good order. When flat 14" wide, 9.5" front to back and 3.5" tall.

Tea Leaf DispenserOriginal, quality circa 1900 / 1920's wall mounted tea leaf dispenser with much of the original green and gold lined paintwork. This most unusual machine was used in a café / tea shop environment with the hopper filled with loose tea leaves and each time the handle was turned forward and back the counter to the left would increase by one. I assume each portion would be equivalent to a teaspoon. The machine is mounted to two decorative cast iron wall brackets each with two screw holes for fixing. The tin hopper has a glass window to the front to view the tea leaves and the lid on top has a turned wooden knob and a brass hasp for a padlock, as has the cover to the counter control. The brass plaque to the front details the manufacturer "Sumerling and Co Ltd Manufacturers and Patentees, Bunhill Row and Old St London EC1". The paintwork has been cleaned and waxed and the brass mounts polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Appears complete and in good and working order. This is a first for us.Total height 16", total width 15" including handle and small cover. 10" front to back when mounted on wall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century school teachers 'clicker' turned in boxwood. These 'clickers' were used to keep school children in order, if they were too noisy, the click would soon quieten them down and when entering the classroom the click would set the orderly pace. Most hard to find these in good order. 9" x 1.5" and 2.5" to include lever. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, two tone glazed stoneware storage jar, with a band of impressed designs, a pair of side handles and transfer printed to the front "Pl. Barley" in a ribbon swag for pearl barley. This super example also has the impressed maker's mark for "Buchan of Potabello, Scotland" and was originally supplied with a muslin cover tied down with string. A most unusual jar in super condition. 7.75" tall x 5" base diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, superb brass shell cases with hand beaten and punch decorated trench art designs in deep relief. The front depicts three large tulip flower heads with leaves and the rest overall is punch line shaded in. The undersides are stamped for "1916", "18pf" and various others. Quite the best decorated shell cases we have seen for a long time. Complete and in good order. 11.5" tall, 3.25" top diameter, 4" base diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, leather heavy horse 'Martingale' with three brass faceplates and other brass mounts. This example was originally worn down the front of horse's chest and is now missing the lower strap for fixings, nevertheless a good example and in good order. The centre brass faceplate with the crown and was issued to commemorate the Coronation of King George V in 1912 and the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 20.5" x 3.75" and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pressed brass tin in the original unpolished matt gilt finish with the embossed hinged lid bearing the camoe of Princess Mary, two 'M' monograms and panels around it with the names of countries allied to Great Britain in the 1st World War; Belgium, Japan, Russia, Monte Negro, Sierra and France. Complete and in good order. These brass tins, containing a variety of items dependant on the recipient, were given to all British troops serving overseas for Christmas 1914. The funds for these were raised by Princess Mary, daughter of King George V. Most but not all of the tins were issued with a pack of cigarettes, a pack of tobacco, a Christmas card in an envelope, a printed photo of Princess Mary and a silver tipped brass shell case with a pencil inside, but this one did and still does contain all the listed items and all are marked with the monogram 'M' with a crown over. All items are very clean and complete apart from the pack of cigarettes; this has been opened, but seventeen cigarettes remain, again each printed with the monogram. 5" x 3.25" x 1.25".

Original, quality 1920's / 30's, frameless circular bevelled wall mirror with a thick multi plywood backing and four brass clip mounts. This super mirror has concave stud detail decorations in a circle of 16 mini mirrors. Some minor blemishes but otherwise in great condition and fitted with a length of the original chromed chain. 11.75" x 0.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of Flying/Motoring Goggles Original, quality pair of pre-war goggles in near unused condition. The split lenses are mounted in the grey painted steel frames with rubber mounted on leather protection backing and with clean elasticated strapping. The frames are stamped "Made in England" and "Patent Reg Design". Complete and in good and working order. 7.5" x 3.25" x 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Mirrored Shade Light Fitting Original, quality 1920's unused octagonal shaped electric light shade with a painted tin upper surface lined with eight wedge shaped mirror panels, although unused the mirrors have blemishes consistent with the age but no chips or cracks. We have fitted this shade with a new wired brass bulb holder and a new brass ceiling rose both with an olive grip fitting. This is the first we have seen of this model, it should be in a museum. Shade 7.5" diam and 2.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Set of five original, quality 1920's bell shaped cranberry tinted electric light shades. To fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. Complete and in good order. 5.25" tall and 5.5" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of steel and brass mounted candle coach lamps with the original wrought iron brackets. This super pair are stamped to the interior for the maker "Raydyot, made in England" with a patent number for 1927. Complete and original and in very bright and clean condition, ready to work on a horse drawn gig or trap or similar or could be converted to electricity for porch lights. The ironwork has been cleaned and repainted black and the nickel interior and exterior brass trims have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. We can convert these to electricity on request for a small extra charge without spoiling them. This pair of lamps were purchased during the filming of Dickinson's Real Deal series 14 on location in Warwick. 17" tall plus 1.5" folding ring. 4.75" wide and 6.5" front to back. Bezel 6.25" x 4.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality huge late 19th century oval shaped steel dairy can, as used on milk delivery prams and floats when delivering door to door straight from the churn. This example has a steel swing handle, with a wooden grip and large brass mounts to the top and hinge. The central brass plaque to the lid details the dairy supplying the milk "J Bunchevsky 65 Byron St Leeds" and the other plaque for the maker of the can "J Stanhope 16 Rutland Terrace, Burley Rd Leeds". All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good order. This is probably the cleanest dairy can we have had to date, the internal tinning needs to be seen to be believed. 14" tall x 14" x 9.5" with handle down. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century cast brass good sized door knocker of the style referred to as a Doctor's Knocker. These were typical of the type used on the Manor Houses often the residences of Doctors, Solicitors and the like. A super example with the original steel nut and threads and the original matching knocking stud. Complete and in good and working order. Total length 8", 3.5" front to back and backplate 3" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Bread Knife with Corn On Cob Handle Original, quality, mid to late 19th century, bread knife with a steel blade and an ivorine handle in the form of a corn on the cob detailed to both sides. The handle is very realistic and the blade is marked "VR" with a crown for the reign of Queen Victoria and for the maker "Joseph Rodger and Son, Cutler to Her Majesty". This knife is steel, not stainless steel, and will keep a very sharp edge, but it does not like water or moisture; just wipe and dry it thoroughly. A super example complete and in good order. 13" long x 1.25" and 0.75". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality cylindrical shaped brass electric hall lantern vaseline glass cylinder shade, with in the old patinated finish and with a superb diagonal opaline tube lining. This superb lantern has been fitted with a replacement brass top hanging ring, a length of new bronze finish chain and a replacement ceiling rose in the same colour. Has been rewired with modern three core flex and new brass UK bulb holder and all has been fully overhauled is complete and in good and working order. Lantern 10.5" tall and 7.5" widest, chain 20" and rose 2" tall and 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Stone Sundial Original, quality per-war five section stone column on a plinth with a brass sundial on top. The stand is well weathered and covered in some areas with lichen and moss. The front of the column has an inset circular lead plaque detailing a view of the upper section of 'Big Ben' clock and "This stone came from the Houses of Parliament". A good looker and a real piece of history. Total height of stonework 32", base 17" x 17" and sundial 6.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality post war, probably 1940's/50's, Corinthian column electric standard lamp in the original patinated unpolished finish. This super quality heavy example has good cast brass feet and capitol and is fully adjustable. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder and a three pin plug, fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. This lamp can be polished back to a bright brass colour and lacquered on request for a small extra charge. Excluding shade, adjustable up to 74" tall, 55" min height excluding shade, and base 15" square including feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Bakelite Loudspeaker Original, quality 1930's circular electric loudspeaker in brown Bakelite. This example is so clean its looks to be unused although we did not wish to plug it in and test it. The whole case has no chips or blemishes and has retained the two thumb nuts to connect with the power supply. The reverse is embossed 'B' over 'TH' for the manufacturer Thomas Housten and the underside has retained much of the original transfer detailing "Thomas Housten Cone Loudspeaker". A wonderful prop, a very very clean item which may well work and regardless it deserves to be seen. Total 15" tall and 5.25" front to back. Base foot 8" x 5", dial 13.25" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, splendid Brown Trout mounted in a bow fronted glazed cabinet with glass panel sides. This speciman was mounted by "J Cooper and Sons of 26 Radnor Street, St Lukes, London EC" and his label is to the inside top right of the back panel. A detailed label is also fixed to the inside front of the cabinet with "Caught By C. A. Oakley at Fordingbridge May 27th 1919", " Weight 4.34lbs, length 21" and girth 12". A super mount all round with good groundwork as expected from this renowned taxidermist famous for his fish. We have retaped the case and repainted the exterior only, otherwise all is original. 27.5" x 13.5" tall and 5.5" front to back at centre Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's long police truncheon as issued to mounted police, turned in boxwood with an ebonised stem with a ribbed boxwood grip. This super clean example has retained the original brown leather wrist strap and is complete and in good order. 27" x 1.5" and wrist strap 9".

Original, quality 1920's, copper Toogood championship shield mounted on a dark blue velvet covered, shaped backboard, with an easel backstand. The reverse is covered in a black leather-look paper and has a hanging ring to the top. The shield has embossed detail of vegetables to the left and flowers to the right and a lion leaning on a world globe to the top. The inscription reads 'Toogood Championship Shield Presented by Toogood & Sons Southampton, Seedsmen to The King and for 50 Years to The Late Queen Victoria'. There is also space for an inscription under 'Won by', but this example was never engraved and presumably never presented. All is complete and in superb condition. Flat 6.75" tall x 6.75" wide + 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century large single wardrobe in honey coloured oak. This super clean example, by this sought after cabinet maker from Barnstable in Devon, has three sections; the base unit with the drawer, the main body and the lift off cornice. The brass handles are the original and in an Arts and Crafts style and the two carved panels to the front of the hanging section are in great detail. The original green cloth lining has been left to the inside back panel and the back inner panels and drawer bottoms have been replaced due to worm damage. A pull out central front to back rail has been fitted, and six of the original coat hooks remain fitted to the back panel. All is now complete and in good and working order.Total height 80.5 and body width 47" exterior. Plinth 48" x 18.5" front to back and interior 17.5" deep. Cornice 51" x 20.5" front to back and open door space 23" wide. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Skeletal Pony Lower LegOriginal, quality, pre-war, preserved lower leg bone structure of probably a pony or small donkey ? This exhibit has been mounted on a black wooden plinth with an ivorine label to the reverse detailing "T.Gerrard and Co Ltd Preparers and Modeller, 48 Pentonville Road London N.I." Well presented and in good order. Plinth 5" x 5" and 0.75", total height 14.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century pressed brass door fingerplate, with a super detailed design of a gent in a frock coat with a tricorn hat in his hand. This vertical rectangular shaped plate has the top and bottom with shaped points in the rococo manner with bunches of fruit. This is the first we have seen of this model, and these are in super condition each with six screw holes for mounting. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good order. 12.25" x 3" wide. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's cast brass electric desk / reading lamp with the facility for alternative use as a wall light. This Arts and Crafts example has a shaped base, an arched over arm and a swivel joint for the bulb holder. A very stylish side lamp. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder, in-line switch and a three pin plug. The shade is not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S795. Fully overhauled and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. As desk lamp, 14" tall and base 5.25" wide and 6.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century superb vaseline glass gas shades with replacement brass shade holders to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. The brass shade holders have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. These wonderful shades have vertical ribbing in the green vaseline base colour with opaline additions and an outer rim of cranberry colour, the opaline flows into the vaseline with random blobs above. Complete and in good and working order. 5.25" tall including holder and 5.25" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's Art and Crafts onion shaped vaseline glass light shade with vertical stripes, probably manufacturer by Powell of Whitefriars glass. This shade has been fitted with a brass, lantern shaped shade holder and a replacement brass ceiling rose, both with olive grip fitting. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order. A serious Arts and Crafts shade very difficult to find these days and perfect. Glass shade only 6.5" x 4.5" and 3.25" top rim. With shade holder 9" tall, rose 1.5" tall. Click on photo for largera nd other views.

8 Tier Wrought Iron Saucepan Stand Original, quality, late 19th century, 8 tier blacksmith made, wrought iron saucepan stand of a tapered form with curled over tops and hammered splayed feet, each foot has a hole for screwing to the floor if required. This super example has been cleaned and repainted in gloss black and is complete and in good and working order. 62" tall x 15" diameter at base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, superbly detailed, cast iron door porter, we think issued to commemorate the end of the US Civil War; for the registration lozenge mark to the reverse is for the year 1865, and the Civil War was 1854 to 1865. The detail includes a sabre, a musket with bayonet, cannons and balls, flags and pennant lances and various other items, all mounted on a plinth with a wreath of laurel leaves to the top, in the form of a memorial. The reverse is impressed with the registration lozenge mark for the year 1865, 'No 183575' and '670'. Several very minor repairs have been made, all has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in superb order. 17.5" high, 9.5" wide at base and 5" front to back at base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass horse shoe shaped crib board mounted on a mahogany backboard also horse shoe shaped, with four replacement brass pegs made to suit. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. 7" x 6.25" and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century small fireproof safe, sand blasted and stove enamelled black to the exterior and cold painted primer grey to the inside. This example has a lockable drawer to the interior and all the original brass fittings to the door and drawer. The plaque is embossed "Whittingham and Co Safe Makers' Birmingham" and the keyhole cover "Wrought Iron, Fire Resisting Safe". The door lock has two keys and the drawer has one, the brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 21.75" tall x 14.75" wide and 14.25" front to back. Interior 13" tall x 9.25" wide and 8" front to back plus the drawers. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Marble Washstand Top/Dairy CounterOriginal, late 19th century veined marble dairy counter or washstand top? of great quality and proportions. Ideal for Dairy/Grocers' shop, bathroom or kitchen cold slab. The pale buff coloured marble has fine veins of red, white and grey, has finished edges to the shelf and upstands and a routered edge to the main slab with a drain groove to the same. All in super condition, complete and in good order. 39.25" x 21.5" front to back and 13" tallest at back. 7" tall between worksurface and under shelf. Shelf 4.75" front to back at centre. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's solid oak, small roll top desk with twin pedestals and a fitted interior. Each pedestal has three drawers, two shallow and one deep filing drawer, and a pull out typist's shelf above. A wider drawer is fitted to the centre above one's knees when sitting at the desk. When the tambour fronted shutter is down, all the drawers and the shutter are locked. The fitted interior has many pigeon holes and two small drawers and both the interior and exterior are in the original dark oak colour throughout. Each pedestal has two concealed castors to the underneath and all will dismantle into three main body sections plus the central drawer and footboard back panel. All is complete and in good and working order with a key for the lock. 47.5" widest, 50" tall and 30.5" front to back. 30.5" work surface from ground and 25.5" from ground to under drawer. Click on photo for larger and other views

Copper Samovar See our "Kitchenalia" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality, early 19th century, fancy copper samovar / tea urn, complete with the brass tap and inner lift out cast iron heating bar. The cast pink brass side handles are decorated with acanthus leaf designs, the cast brass tap to the front has a turned ivory finial, the interior of the lid is stamped "Warranted Best London manufacturer", surrounded by the vented star shaped perforation and the interior has retained most of the of the original tinning. The urn shaped body is mounted on a slender neck onto a circular base, on a square plinth, with four turned brass bun feet. The rim of the circular base, the finial to the lid and the top rim of the urn all have a finely detailed pattern trim. The small inner lid over the iron heating bar is missing, but otherwise all is complete and in good and working order. A super samovar, in super condition. 15" tall x 14" wide including side handles, base 6.5" square + 13" front to back including tap. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century highly detailed cast iron door knocker in the form of a styalised 'dolphin'. This is the fish the Georgian period portrayed in their architecture, it actually resembles a cod more closely, nevertheless this is the finest we have seen and the detail does need seeing to believe it. A replacement cast iron knocking stud has been made to suit and replacement bolts have been fitted. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Drop 8.5" including knocking stud, 2.5" wide and 4.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early to mid 19th century cast iron strongbox with a lift up hinged top, a lifting drop handle to each end and the lid and the original key and brass keyhole with locking cover. All fire sides have beaded and fielded type panels, and the lid is embossed 'Carron' for the iron foundry/manufacturer. All has been fully overhauled, cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good order and working order. Agood clean and heavy working strongbox. 18" x 12" 11.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Cast Iron Book Press on Stand Original, quality late 19th century cast iron book press on the original mahogany stand. This super example has brass mounts to the grips and top nut and sits perfectly within the surround on the top of the base. The base has two drawers, two side flap extensions and thick legs for stability. All is complete and in good and working order. Total height 45", 16" front to back, 21" wide with flap down, 37.5" wide with flaps up and bed of press 15" x 10". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century galvanised water carrier on the original blacksmith made wrought iron wheeled carriage, with a good style and shape. The carriage has been painted green and the wheels red at some time in the past and does look good. The galvanised drum has a hole to the floor and does not hold water but otherwise all is in super condition and ideal for planting up or fitting with a liner. Drum 23" tall and 20" x 24". Total length 60" x 32" wide axle. Wheels 21.5" x diam 2.5" . Click on photo for larger and other views.

Apothecary JarSee our "Medical" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality, mid to late 19th century cyclindrical shaped pink and white ceramic apothecary jar with lid. This super example is very clean and bright with no cracks, chips or crazing. The main body is pink to the outside with a white top and bottom band and a shaped pink lid with a white knop finial, complete and in good order. 8.5" tall x 5.25" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality fabulous brass continental electric side lamp in the form of a plant in the Art Nouveau style and in the original matt gilt finish. This super example has a triangular leaf shaped base and a curved over forward stem between two crinkled edges leaves and has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex, a new brass UK bulb holder, in-line switch and a three pin plug. The shade is not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S770. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 16" tall, 7" wide at base and 13" front to back excluding shade. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality matching pair of late 19th century cast brass door knocker of the dropped loop design with plates to the upper sections for engraving the house name or the name of those in residence. I am not sure who would want a matching pair but if you do then here they are. Replacement nuts and bolts have been fitted and all is complete and in good and working order. 7.25" x 3.25" and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Black Forest Carved Key Cabinet Original, quality late 19th century carved wooden wall mounted key cupboard. This super example, carved in the Black Forest style, has a hinged door with the original lock and key and a carving of an Edelweiss flower. The cabinet when open, reveals the seven brass hooks in the original matt gilt finish mounted on purple velvet. A well made small key cabinet ready for use and complete and in good order. 10" x 9" and 2.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

3 Tier Wirework Plant Stand PS6Original, quality 1920's galvanised wirework plant stand with three circular baskets above each other, decreasing in size and all on four curved legs. Each foot has a countersunk screw hole for fixing if required. Complete and in good and working order. 36" tall x 25" widest and 27.5" spread of legs. Inner basket diam 22", 19" and 14". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 19th century continental glass 'double bubble' soda syphon with a pewter top collar, lever and tap and a lattice canework covering overall. The pewter collar is impressed "Veritable Seltzogene D. Fevre Paris" to one side and 'Despose' to the other. The canework is near complete and in good order with just a few minor breaks, and the glass and pewter mounts are complete and in good order, but this item is now for decoration only for it originally would have been pressure filled. A super looker and not often found in such good order. 19.5" tall and 8" widest diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century cast brass cork puller with a turned wooden handgrip on a steel mount and a 'G' clamp for mounting to a table edge, bar or shelf. This superb example is one of the larger bar cork pullers produced and is detailed 'The Acme'. One action will sink the corkscrew into the cork and the second action will pull out the cork from the bottle and eject it from the corkscrew. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Body 14" long, handle and mount 12". Height from bar top at rest 15" and 13" front to back. Height from bar top in use 8". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, superb quality late 19th century fully fitted oak three sectioned wardrobe in the original finish. This fine example is in unbelievable condition with all the original unpolished brass fittings. We have made two keys and these will fit all the original locks on the three doors and five drawers. The interior of the left hand hanging section has been fitted with a hanging rail and the right hand top sections have an adjustable shelf in each. All the brass handles are stamped to the reverse "S. Hall and Sons" for the manufacturer and with the registration number for the year 1894. Can you believe it, this wardrobe is approx. 120 years old. This wardrobe was originally designed to be two sections only but due to the size of the right hand drawer and cupboard unit this section has been professionally cut into 2 manageable sections. Left section 28" wide, right hand section top 34" tall and right hand section base 44" tall. The left hand hanging section has the original very clean bevelled mirror to the outside of the hinged door. All in all a great looking very usable wardrobe of top quality and condition. 78" tall x 84" wide and ", 21" front to back main body 19.25" front to back internal. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1950's cast aluminium mascot badge for a 'Guy' commercial vehicle. This example has 'Guy' in polished aluminium with an Indian Chief head and face with a large feather bonnet and detailed "Feathers in our cap" the motto for Guy vehicles. The base flange has five bolt holes for mounting, and all is complete and in good order. 6.25" tall, 12.75" wide and 3.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's cylindrical oak soda syphon stand, with nickel mounts to the top rim, the plinth, side handles and a diamond shaped plaque to the front for engraving if required. The nickel mounts have been polished and lacquered and all is complete and in good and working order. This is the first oak soda syphon stand we have seen. The glass syphon bottle is not included in the price but may well be available see bottles section. 6.5" tall, tub 4.75" diam and 9.25" wide include handles. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Mahogany Gents Shaving Stand Original, quality, gentleman's inlaid mahogany shaving stand with a drawer over a cupboard with a hinged door, all on 4 splayed legs. This super example circa 1900 / 1920's has inlaid decoration to the front and two sides, the backstand and the circular mirror. The mirror is adjustable both in height and angle and the brass fittings are in the original finish, but can be polished and lacquered on request. The quality of this piece is highlighted with the fact the drawer lining and the cupboard interior are all solid mahogany and the rear of this piece of furniture has been finished. Some misting and old blemishes to the mirror glass but otherwise complete and in superb order. 63.5" total height with mirror up, total with mirror down 49.5", 35" tall to work surface, mirror 13.75" diameter, 19" widest and 14" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's hardwood stool with a thick circular top pokerwork decorated on three turned legs. All has been ebonised with the exception of the top, which has been decorated with thistles and leaves and the Scottish term "Wha Daur Meddle Wi Me". A good firm stool with a concave top, complete and in good and working order. Top 11" x 2.5", total 13.5" and 17" diam spread of legs at floor Click on photo for larger and other views.

Royal Potteries Terracotta Garden Urn Original quality large red terracotta two piece 'Campana' shaped garden urn, stood on a later reconstituted cast stone pedestal. The inside of the urn is impressed '86' and for the maker 'Royal Potteries, Weston Super Mare', and the urn will separate at the neck. Both pieces have the remains of a greyish masonry type paint to the outside, although the red terracotta does show through and the interior is just a dusty colour from the recently removed soil. This urn has remained in the same family and in the same large conservatory in Weston Super Mare since it was purchased new around 1900/1910. The vase of the urn is sat upon the neck and a section of scaffold pipe is pushed through to assist, for the small male peg on the base of the urn has broken off, but is still wedged in the lower section, see picture. Both the side loop handles are missing, but the pair of heads to each side, originally beneath the loop handles, are still intact. The top rim of the urn has an egg and dart decoration to match that on the neck and apart from the loops missing, the damage to the male peg and various minor chips overall, it is in generally good order without sections missing, large chips or cracks and a seriously good looker and of course bearing a magic name. Total height including pedestal 56.5", height of urn only 34.5", top diameter of urn 27" and urn base 13.75" square. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's superb copper chamberstick of a square form in sheet copper with a side handle, a central candle grip and embossed detail of 2 stylised sea fish. The candle grip is decorated with three tricorn heads. This item is not marked for Newlyn but has every sign otherwise. A good repair has been made to the handle and all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, and all is complete and in good and working order. A most unusual example. 10.5" x 5.75" x 1.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, superb, very long cast pink brass surface mounted door bolts, with replacement keeps made to suit. Each bolt has seven countersunk screw holes for mounting and each keep has two. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Bolt 19.5" x 1.5", keep 1.25" x 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, circular cast brass electric interior bell press, circa 1900, in the original matt gilt finish with a tudor rose central mount and a white ceramic press button. For use with a 12 volt, low voltage electric supply system. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock. Fully overhauled, complete and in good and working order. 2.25" diameter x 1" front to back. This unusual example could also be wired up for a table call bell press if required. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality matching set of ten, 1920's bell shaped vaseline glass lamp shades, to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders, Perfect for an Art and Crafts lighting set. Some slight variation in colour and some minor chips polished smooth to three shades. An incredible find and all perfect apart from previous references. 4.5" tall and 5" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, mid 19th century, serpentine shaped burnished steel fender with the original fitted steel fire dogs and brass decorative floral mounts. The steel floor has been trimmed to suit its previous life, but this can be adjusted again if required at no extra cost. All has been burnished and lacquered, and is complete and in good and working order. A most unusual and well above average fender. Exterior 63" x 16" front to back + 11" tall including fire dogs. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, superb, well proportioned, scaled down oak cabinet in the realistic shape of a minature fireproof safe complete with brass octagonal handles, key hole covers and key. The hinged doors open to reveal one long drawer over two smaller, each with the original brass drop handles. The right hand smaller drawer is lined with silver foil and has a drop in lid, which does point towards this cabinet being a tea caddy. I have only before seen these cabinets fitted out as a smokers' cabinet with pipe racks, tobacco jar and a cigar cutter. The lock has been overhauled and the brass to the outside has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. 9.5" tall x 10" wide and 7" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality cast iron pub table base, circa 1900, with an off white and veined circular marble top with a bevelled edge. The round, cast iron base has three supports, a central adjoining shelf and has the figure of Bodicea with a shield of the Union Jack to the legs, each with a lions paw to the foot. The cast iron table has been cleaned and stove enamelled black. All is complete and in good and working order. A superb pub table or occasional table, ideal for indoor or outdoor use. Top 27.5" diameter, total 30" high and 20" diameter spread of feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality First World War ebony police truncheon, transfer decorated in colour for The Manchester Special Constable 1914-1919. This example is also detailed for the original owner "George R Guest" and with the Manchester Coat of Arms. The original leather wrist strap is still fitted, and the fore end of the ebony is impressed for the manufacturer/supplier " J. Tyzack and Sons Sheffield". A most unusual truncheon in superb condition and complete. 15" x 1.5" and strap 6" x 0.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pre-war chrome finish motor car radiator mounted car badge in near mint condition and mounted on a later composition plinth. This super example is detailed "Royal Automobile Club of Victoria" to one side and "Royal Automobile Club Associate" to the other and the chromed shoulder is impressed "property of the RACV" and "4580" presumably for the membership number. Both the enamel roundels are perfect and apart from the nick off the top of the crown all is perfect and in super condition and the original mounting nut is included. Badge 5" tall and thread x 4" wide. With stand 7.5" tall x 4.75" diam base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's superb cut glass hanging bowl, electric light shade with replacement chrome chains and ceiling rose and a new bulb holder wired in three core white/silver coloured silk covered flex. This most unusual glass bowl is deeply cut with very detailed designs and is perfect with not a chip or blemish in sight. Complete and in good and working order. Bowl 12" diam and 4.5" deep, total drop with chains 13" and rose 1.75" tal. Rose 3" diam Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, mid to late 19th century, off white ceramic washbasin, with simulated marble veining. This super example has a deep circular bowl, an inset soap dish, a toothbrush recess, a brass plughole and the original brass plug and chain. All is perfect, with not a chip or crack in sight and is complete and very usable. Top 24.5" x 20", bowl interior 14" diameter and 6" deep, exterior depth 7.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Circular Slab of Lignum Vitae Original, quality, superb turned hardwood slab in the curling stone shape, looks mid to late 19th century. This well grained piece of hardwood, could be Lignum Vitae because of its weight but it could well be some obscure African hardwood? The only other mark is "14" stamped to one side. Any ideas? 10.75" diameter x 3.5" thick. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Cased Goshawk See our "Taxidermy" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality, pre-war, mounted adult Goshawk with good plumage and later recased by D Keningale. This three side glazed case is finished in green with tapered and beaded corners. A great looking specimen, with good groundwork and colour all round. Complete and in good order. I first sold this in 1994. 34.5" x 21.25" and 12" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, 18th or early 19th century, rumbler bells mounted on the original blacksmith made wrought iron wishbone and spike. This spike would be inserted down the top of the collar or on the side of a haulier's horse drawn road wagon. The bells are secured in the loops of the wrought iron, with rolled up wrought iron horseshoe nails and are decorated and impressed "R.W" for the bell founder from Aldbourne, in Wiltshire. Complete and in good and working order. Each bell 3" diameter, total 8" x 7" wide + 4" front to back. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century large cast iron kettle, with tubular wrought iron loop handle over, a good spout and a reeded circular cast iron lid. Impressed with the registration number for the year 1898. There appears to be a hairline crack to the centre of the lid only or it could be a casting blemish? Otherwise all is complete and in good and working order. 13.5" tall including handle, 11" wide and 15.5" including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Fishing CreelSee our "Fishing Tackle" section for current stock of similar items.

Original, quality late 19th century straw fishing creel in a French weave. This example is the best we have seen in a long time and has the original canvas and leather adjustable shoulder strap. No breaks, no dents and no worm damage and complete and in good and working order. 8.5" tall, 13.5" widest and 8" front to back plus the adjust. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century heavy, riveted and galvanised 8ft long water trough in superb condition. Each end has a ring grip for lifting or perhaps for tethering livestock. Will hold water to the top so ideal for watering livestock, as a fishpond or a planter. This is the best we have had and is complete and in good and working order. 96" x 24" x 24". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, very small cast iron kettle with a blacksmith made wrought iron handle and a circular cast iron lid. The underside of the kettle is impressed "L" in a diamond motif and "No 1". This super kettle in the Scottish pattern, has been cleaned and lacquered and although the inside is pitted and rusty all is complete and in good order. Difficult to find these tiny cast iron kettles today. 7.25" tall, body 5.5" wide and 9" front to back including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass coaching horn with the stem bent twice so the length of the instrument is only a third the length of the complete playable tube. The horn is not marked with any manufacturer's details although the nickel mouthpiece is impressed "Chappell's Patent New Bond St London". Very minor dents only no other damage and with a good tone. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. The first we have seen. 23.5" long and 3.75" widest at flare. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Doulton 1902 Coronation Tankard Original, quality, Doulton saltglazed, two tone tankard with a rear loop handle and white applied decorative scenes of seated gents in tricorn hats drinking or smoking and a horse and rider with seven hounds chasing of a stag. This example is mounted with a hallmarked silver rim to the top edge, engraved "Coronation Day Esher 1902". The underside is impressed "Doulton Lambeth England" and "9969". All is in superb condition, bright and clear, but there is one small chip to the lower corner of the strap handle, otherwise complete and in good order. 5.25" tall, 3.5" and 5" wide including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, 1920's, cast pink brass, plain letter flap with 'Secretary' in white enamel inlaid upper cased letters. Replacement nuts and bolts have been fitted and all has been fully overhauled and polished, and is complete and in good and working order. External 8" x 3.5", aperture 6" x 1.75" and bolt centres 7". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality early mid 19th century finely pierced steel tender of a super design with the original sheet steel floor and turned bun feet. The delicate design incorporates circular studs and lozenge shaped panels. The floor has been cleaned and repainted black and the steel burnished and lacquered. One replacement foot has been made to suit and all is now complete and in good and working order. 46" long external x 9" tall and 11.5" front to back. 44.5" length internal. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century, possibly continental, circular biscuit box in nickel with a hinged lid with a 'Puma' finial and two "Indian Elephant Head" side mounted handles. The whole of the lid and sides are covered in Acanthus leaf decoration and the plinth in birds and leaves. The underside is impressed "J.S 24290". A wonderful biscuit barrel, the best we have seen. Has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Base 6.75" diam, body 5.25" diam and total height 7" including puma. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's three branch arts and crafts hanging electric light fitting in the original oxidised on brass finish. This super light has been fitted with three old and original frosted glass shades with original oxidised shade holders. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. The original ceiling rose is included as is a length of new oxidised on brass chain. A great looking light fitting ready to go, complete and in good and working order. 19" diam exclude shades, 23" long, 21" chain and 2.5" rose. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's honey coloured oak, two piece Bureau Bookcase. This most unusual item of furniture is the first we have seen and is complete and in super condition. The base unit has a fitted interior with a tambour front to the writing section, with a lock above the panelled base and a typewriter slide to the right hand side over four drawers. When the tambour front is down and locked an internal mechanism locks in the four side drawers. The top lift off glazed bookcase section has two glazed doors with the original fretted decoration panels and lock and key, and the interior has two adjustable oak shelves. The bookcase section is screwed to the base but can be separated for ease of removal. One key is included for the doors at the top and one key for the tambour front. All in the original finish and in good and working order. 72.5" tall, cornice 31" wide and 11"deep, writing surface 28.5" wide and 23" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality two gallon petrol can, code dated to the underside for the year 1939 and with the original brass screw on cap. This can is impressed "Power Petrol" to the sides and is embossed to the top "Petroleum Spirit Highly Inflammable", "3/=" and "The Power Petroleum Co Ltd, Riverside Wharf, West Street, Charlton S.E.7" and the brass cap is embossed "Power Petrol". This can has been cleaned and repainted in red oxide primer paint and is complete and in good order, an unusual two gallon petrol can. These cans were often fitted to the running boards of the earlier motor vehicles. 12.5" tall x 9.5" x 5.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Bar Top Lemon Squeezer Original, quality late 19th century superb silver plated on brass, Hotel or bar top lemon squeezer of the most grand design. This example is impressed to the top with the registration design number for the year 1887, has the original honey coloured oval shaped oak base and the very 'Arts and Crafts' Ebony side handle. The silver plate is well rubbed in places with much of the brass showing through, and the glass is a replacement to suit, otherwise, all is complete and in good and working order. This is the first of this type of lemon squeezer we have had for a long time. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 9" tall x 10.75" x 5.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, blacksmith made wrought iron large butchers meat cleaver of an interesting construction for the main blade has been forged between the two sides of the long handle. The blade has a hanging eye hole to the corner, a hooked end to the grip and is stamped "No 7" and "Sheffield". All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. 31" x 7" and 0.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass door porters / door stops, with cast iron weighted bases. These examples, the first we have seen, have very detailed embossed designs of acanthus leaves to the face of the base and continued up the shaped stem and ring handle grip. The cast iron weight to the reverse is impressed "JCS" for the maker James Cantland and Sons and is fitted to the brass body with two slotted bolts. All has been cleaned / polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. 12.25" tall, 6.75" wide at base + 2.75" front to back. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's/30's honey coloured oak revolving bookcase with eight compartments for books and all supported on a cross frame with casters. Each compartment is 6" deep, 11.5" wide and 9" tall, and all is in superb condition, complete and spins/turns with ease. An ivorine disc is fixed to the central pillar detailing the retailer/manufacturer "Maple and Co London and Paris". 34" tall and 19" square. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century Scottish heavy horse leather breastplate harness decoration with clip on hooks and nickel mounts and buckles. This good example has the Saddlers plate for "George Dobbie Dunfermline". All has been polished and lacquered and is complete and good order. Total 13" x 4". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, very decorative cast brass door porter, with designs in deep relief of acanthus leaves with a loop grip to the top and a cast iron counterbalance weight behind. The reverse has the registration lozenge mark for the year 1862 and "WT&S" for the manufacturer William Tonks and Sons of Birmingham. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. A serious door porter. 13.25" tall x 6" wide + 2" front to back at base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's brass electric desk/reading lamp with the original green and white enamelled trough shade. This super example has a circular base with a heavy cast iron weight beneath and is adjustable back and forward using the large wing nut. The shade is also movable to increase the brightness by distance. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex a three pin plug, and a pull cord switched bulb holder to take a standard Edison screw bulb. All has been fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. Trough shade 10.5" x 4.75" base and 6.75" diam. Total 13.75" tall and 10.5" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Oak Aneroid Barometer Original, quality art nouveau style wall mounted "banjo" barometer, in a honey coloured oak case with a good art nouveau shape, with two fretted decorations. The circular guage has a white ceramic dial detailed in red and black calibrations, a good cast brass bezel and is marked for "Douglas Stourbridge" for the maker / retailer.The thermometer above, in its own glazed case is again calibrated in red and black and beneath is an engraved brass presentation plaque detailing "Presented to Mr E.H Billingham by the vicar, church wardens, organist and choristers of St Johns Church Stourbridge, on the occasion of his marriage August 3rd 1912". A very clean example in good and working order and fully overhauled and with the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 33" x 11" and 3" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality Candlestick Telephone, with a bakelite mouthpiece and cover to the earphone. The dial version of the candlestick telephone was introduced in the early 1920's and were phased out in the late 1930's. During the current restoration and conversion this telephone has been completely disassembled and cleaned, some parts and the cords have been renewed, and full details of the work carried out, with a list of replacement parts fitted is included with this item, as well as photos of before and after restoration. All is now complete and in good and working order. 13" tall and 5.25" diam base. Other converted telephones are usually available. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, superb matching set of all brass fender fire dogs and fire irons, stamped with the registration number for the year 1905. This six piece set in a good Art and Nouveau style has matching finials to the fender dogs and grips on the fire irons. The shovel has a pierced spade end and the poker a tapered steel tip. Apart from some minor dents to the fender, All is complete and in good and working order. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Grate to find a matching set as good as these. Fender External 52.25" x 14" and Internal 48" x 12". Poker 28" x 2". Tongs 28.5" x 3.5" x 2". Shovel 28" x 2" x 5". Dogs 12" tall x 6.25" wide and 7.5" front to back. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, very large, thick moulded opalescent coloured glass light bowl, circa 1901, with an embossed design of acanthus leaves to the centre and oak leaves to the outer edge. This bowl, manufactured by Jefferson of Canada for the UK market, has the original brass fittings in the original bronzed finish, the roseattes are in the form of goats heads with three lengths of chain suspended from the top mount. A replacement bronzed ceiling rose is included as is a further short length of bronzed chain and a new bulb holder wired with a new silk covered three core flex. A superb electric light fitting, probably the best Jefferson we have seen. Complete and in good and working order. 20" diameter of bowl x 6" deep, 24" total max drop as in photo and ceiling rose 2.5" tall x 3.5" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality 19.75" tall brass shell cases, ' Trench Art ' punch decorated, with superb herons in bulrushes in bold embossed detail. One is marked " Verdun " in 0.75" tall text and the other " Reims ". The undersides are stamped 1917 to both and with other letters and numbers, " Polte ", Magdeburg ", Karlsruhe ". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are in good order. 19.75" tall and base diam 5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century, cast church or chapel bell, with the original blacksmith made wrought iron internal clapper. The outer flared rim is embossed "J. Warner and Sons London 1869", for the bell founder and all is in the unpolished and weathered green patina. The top mount has three cast loops for suspending the bell, A very loud bell, with a good tone and good resonance. 13" tall and 12" diam month. Clikc on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920 's hanging electric light fitting with a white glass upper bell shaped section and a shallow saucer-shaped frosted glass lower section both held together with a clip on brass band, with vented holes around. This band is impressed with a registration number for the year 1922, the top shade holder is also vented. Rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Each light fitting has the original brass ceiling rose and a length of replacement brass chain. Complete and in good and working order. 13" tall, 10" widest plus chain. Ceiling rose 3" tall and 4" diam. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th Century, ceramic, vase shaped oil lamp of British manufacture, in the Moorish style with a highly decorated and colourful ceramic body and cover to the lift out brass oil reservior. The square, cast brass pedestal is decorated in relief and stands on four feet, mounted with mythical creature heads. The brass burner is of the best quality, with a key twist action to raise both the globe and chimney, permitting the lamp to be lit without removing the globe or chimney. The wick control has a black porcelain insert detailing the manufacturer: 'Hinks's Duplex Patent' and the double wheel control will adjust each of the two 1" wicks independently. The main ceramic body is transfer printed to the inside in blue detailing 'Patent' and ? and what appears to be 'Istanbul', also a paper label is affixed and details: 'Des. No 340' and '32/6'. All is completely original and has been fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order, the brass polished and lacquered. The shade is not included in the price and is no longer available. A very unusual and superb oil lamp. The lacquer can be removed upon request, at no extra cost. 12.5" tall without chimney and 21.5" with, base 5" square and body 5.75" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, etched yellow tinted glass oil lamp shade to fit a standard duplex double burner and gallery. The etched detail of flowers, leaves and swallows in flight is repeated in the four panels. The body has a bold diagonal twist to the wavy top rim and the yellow colour is strongest at the top fading toward the base. All is complete and in good order. 5.75" tall x 8" widest and 4" lower aperture. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality flow blue transfer on white commemorative beaker issued to celebrate Queen Victoria's 60 years on the Throne, Jubilee. The front view has Queen Victoria on the Throne and the reverse "The Royal Coat of Arms" with text beneath. The underside is detailed "Victoria R.I Diamond Jubilee, Doulton Burslem" and with the registration number of the year 1897. All is perfect and this is the first we have seen of this example. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's white ceramic match holder and striker. This circular example is detailed to the top in black text "Wyard and Taylors Popular Mineral WaterS Romford." The underside is printed "Jenkinson and Co Ltd Bartholomew Row Birmingham." Some crazing to the glazing, otherwise complete and in good order. 5" diam x 1.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Brass Spit Bracket Original, quality, mid 19th Century, cast brass wall bracket for a clockwork spit (bottlejack). This larger and heavier than average bracket has a well pierced cast pink brass backplate, with matching detail on the swinging arm and cast yellow brass hinge mounts, sliding hook and heart shaped end stop. The backplate has four countersunk screw holes for mounting onto the mantelshelf above the fire to suspend the clockwork spit and meat, allowing it to cook in front of the fire. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Backplate 9" x 6.5" wide, when in use 13" front to back and when flat against the wall 15" wide. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century matching brass fireside shovel and tongs, with a matching poker, made to suit. These superb brass fire irons are of a heavy gauge with decorative cast brass handle, a steel tip to the poker and a pressed brass spade end to the shovel. The tongs have an interesting patented hinge system and are complete and in good and working order. Shovel 29.5" x 5.75" x 1.75". Tongs 29" x 3.5" x 1.75". Poker 29" x 1.75" x 1.75" Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, blue coloured glass soda syphon with a later replacement top mount. The front of the glass body is etched for the supplier of the mineral water "Swan Beverages Ltd, London S.W.", "From Artesian Wells" and the top mount was fitted by Scweppes Ltd when it was returned for a refill. In good order, but not suitable for use. 11" tall x 3.75" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pair of Glass Whisky UrnsPair of original, quality late 19th century clear glass urn-shaped, whisky dispensers in superb condition. This matching pair has the original knopped and faceted clear glass covers / lids, a very similar pair of brass taps and are both etched and gilded with "Special Irish Whisky" to one and "Pale Brandy" to the other. Several very minor chips to both the bases, otherwise all is perfect, with the tap polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. These were originally used on pub or hotel bar tops or bar backs and are very hard to find today in good condition, and these are the best I have seen for some years. 25.5" tall x 8.5" wide and 10" front to back including taps. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, large cast brass candlesticks, with an Art Nouveau feel. The tapered columns have various turnings mounted on circular bases, and have shaped, deep drip pans and 1.1/8" candle sockets. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Complete and in good order. 4.5" diameter of base x 16.5" tall. Price is per pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's brass rise and fall electric light fitting to take two bulb holders and shades. This Art Nouveau example has a flat horizontal brass bar curled up at each end and is mounted to a spherical brass counterbalance weight with two white ceramic wheels, the original matching ceiling rose, again has white ceramic wheels. Rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders, and polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled and complete and in good and working order. The shades are not included in the price but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S893. A most elegant light fitting, these are getting harder and harder to find. 24.5" wide excluding shades and 22" tall as in the main picture exculding shades. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's, opaline coloured moulded glass lamp shade facing down, with the original brass shade holder and hook. The shade is embossed to the rim for the manufacturer "Jefferson". A new replacement brass ceiling rose and length of brass chain is included. All has been fully overhauled and polished, lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Bowl 13" diam, total height 14" plus chain 19" and rose 2.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Set of 4 Greeen Glass Lamp Shades Original, quality set of four 1920's bell shaped green tinted light shades, to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. These superb shades each have eight panels which flare outwards with a strong green colour fading to clear at the top and an etched lattice design overall complete and in good order. 6" tall and 6" widest. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Large Oak Roll Top Desk Huge original, quality solid oak, roll top desk circa 1900 / 1920's with twin pedestals and a fully fitted interior. The left pedestal has four drawers and a pull out typist's shelf above and the right one has three drawers, the lowest being double in depth and with a second pull out typist's shelf. When the tambour fronted shutter is down and the key in the lock turned, all the drawers and the roll will be locked together. The interior has many small shelves, twelve pull out drawers and two concealed pull out pen trays. Nine drawers have the original brass label frames which have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. This superb piece of furniture is in the original finish and is panelled to both the sides and back. The bar above your knees, when sat at the desk, is a replacement made to suit, as are the two pull out typist's shelves. A good colour throughout and very well above average interior. Each pedestal has concealed casters to the underneath and all will dismantle into five sections for ease of removal. 65.5" widest, 50.5" tall, 35.5" front to back and 31" tall to the work surface. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Carved Sycamore Breadboard Original, quality, circular sycamore breadboard with very detailed carvings to the wide border detailing "Our Daily Bread" to the top section and leaves, acorns, ears of wheat to the lower half and a flower to the centre. Some minor stains and a very, very minor warping. The best breadboard we have seen for years. Complete and in good order. 11.5" x 0.75". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Set of thirteen original, quality, matching brass stair carpet rods, circa 1900, of an unusual form with bold trefoil finials and the original hinged cast brass mounting clips. Originally these were nickel plated which can now only be seen to the underside. These are the first we have had with this shaped rod, and can be shortened, at no extra cost and look no different, if required. One replacement clip and finial have been made to suit and now all is complete and in good and working order. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost. Of great quality and gauge. Rods including finials 40.25" long x 1.25" x 0.75" and fittings 5/8" wide. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Philips Motoradio Hanging Glass AdvertOriginal, quality 1950's double sided glass hanging sign in the original grey painted tin frame with hanging hooks. The glass is decorated with red text on white glass and details to both sides "Philips Motoradio Service and Installation". Some rubbing to the metal frame and some minor distortion to the inside of the glass. This example does not light up but nevertheless a super motoring advertising piece in super condition. Frame 18"tall, plus 6" hook, 28.5" wide and 3.5" top front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Royal Insurance Enamel Sign Original, quality 1920's / 30's, bright and colourful, rectangular shaped vertical enamel sign detailing "Royal Insurance Company Ltd" on a red shield with a crown above, "Security First" and "Specialises in Motor Insurance". The main background is green with a yellow and black border. Some major chips to the enamel and two damaged corners, but nevertheless a good colourful enamel in a presentable condition. Complete and in good order. 40" x 30". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Queens Muff Warmer Original, quality, 'haggis' shaped, buff coloured stoneware muff warmer, to be filled with hot water. This superb example has brown finial ends, one being a screw in stopper, and the remains of a small brass chain to carry it with. The centre of the body is transfer printed "The Queens Muff Warmer" with the registration number for the year 1909. What a beauty in perfect condition. 5.25" x 2.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pair of Crutches Pair of original, quality, pre-war crutches in ash, with rubber stops to the tips and padded arm rests to the top. The arm rests have been recovered later with a chamois leather, but nicely done and the hand grips are adjustable to three positions. Very usable, good lookers and complete and in good and working order. 53.5" x 8.5" x 2". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, early to mid 19th century, superb finely pierced brass fender with the original matching fire iron stands. This example in grate condition has three bands of piercing and a raised reeded band, a steel floor with three brass lion paw feet and the pair of fire iron stands which double up as pokers, if required. All has been cleaned and polished, the floor repainted black and the brass lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good and working order. Exterior 38.5" x 12.5" front to back, fender 9.75" tall, total including stands 22.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Cast Iron and Lignum Vitae Horse Blanket Bracket Original, quality, late 19th century, cast iron wall mounted horse rug / blanket rack with a superb lignum vitae wooden top mount and the original galvanished finish to the ironwork. The shaped backplate has a bracing bar and a hook for straps etc. The reverse is impressed "K&W Co" for the maker and "No 2160" for the model and the backplate has six large screw holes for mounting. Complete and in good and working order. Backplate 10" x 3", total 16" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century set of seven circular weights, six in cast iron and the smallest in brass. This superb set is decorated with an embossed design to the outer rims each with the weights "4Ib 2Ib 1Ib 8oz 4oz and 2oz" and "AK and Sons", and the brass one is impressed "1oz " and "Kenrick". These are the most decorated set produced by A Kenrick and Sons of West Bromwich, are in wonderful condition and have been cleaned and lacquered. Hard to find these in a complete set. Total Stack 4.5" tall and 5.25" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views

Set Grocers Counter Scales Original, quality late 19th century set of cast iron grocer's or butche's shop counter scales, for weighing cold meats and dairy products with a later very clean set of 8 Avery brass weights from 2lbs down to ¼ ounce. The shaped cast iron base is embossed for the manufacturer " Walker Bristol " and the white ceramic slab has a marbled effect and is detailed also for the manufacturer " H Walker Scale Maker Bristol ". The iron work has been cleaned and lacquered and the weights and brass pan polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, all has been fully overhauled. The ceramic slab has some grease stains and crazing to the finish but with no chips or cracks, all is complete and in good and working order. Total 6.5" tall, 14.5" long x 7.5" wide, ceramic slab 7" x 6" and circular brass pan 6". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century large brass dinner gong for the table or sideboard. This most unusual example has a square tube frame with a rectangular shaped brass gong suspended within. All is mounted on a honey coloured oak plinth with four brass bun feet. An old beater is hung to one side, the gong has a textured front, and the oak plinth is impressed with the sun logo and "WT&S" for the manufacturer William Tonks & Son, of Birmingham. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and although there are some dents to the top of the frame, all is complete and in good and working order, otherwise with a super tone and resonance. Total 32.5" tall, base 19" x 8.5". Gong 24" x 9" x 8.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of copper on wrought iron fire dogs in a serious Art Nouveau form, circa 1900. The sheet copper panels to the front have a deep embossed stylised poppy seed heads motifs to the centre, and the blacksmith made wrought iron supports are simple in form with curled over feet. All has been cleaned, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and are complete and in good and working order. A great pair of dogs. Front 10" tall, base 8" wide and 7" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of Small Glass Domes on Plinths Original, quality pair of late 19th century, fine glass cylindrical shaped domes with the original circular, turned wooden bases on wooden bun feet. The plinths have been cleaned and repainted black and all is complete and in good and working order. Plinth 5" x 1" dome 9.75" tall x 3.75". Total height 10.5" and 10". Click on photo for larger and other views.

6.6 KV Fuse from Battersea Power Station Original, quality huge copper and Bakelite electric fuse from the "London Battersea Power Station". This famous power station was built in the 1930's and ceased producing electricty in 1983, and these fuses became obsolete. One end is impressed "563" and the other "OC10" and "6.6 KV 60A". Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and appears complete and in good order. 10" x 2.5" diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, early 19th century, blacksmith made wrought iron padlock, with a brass keyhole surround and the original key with super detail. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. 5.75" x 4.25" and 1" front to back, key 3.25" long. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, brass counter bell, sideways mounted on a honey coloured oak base, within a cast brass frame supporting two clappers, one to either side. These bells were used on shop or hotel counters and hall tables, and can be sounded by depressing one or both of the side hammers. An unusual example with four brass ball feet to the underside and an original paper label referring to a retailer in Paris. This table/counter bell was manufactured in England and has obviously been supplied to the retailer in Paris. A very unusual example. Base 6" x 3.25" x 5.25" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Merryweather Brass Fireman's Helmet Original, quality, late 19th century superb, all brass fireman's helmet, with the original leather skullcap and replacement leather to the chin strap, copied from an original. The small brass buckle is also a replacement, but all the other brass fittings, including the chinstrap chain, are original. This example has a nameplate under the neck guard detailing the maker / supplier "Merryweather and Sons Fireman's Outfitters London". This model was introduced in 1866, with the formation of the "Metropolitan Fire Brigade", which replaced the "London Fire Engine Establishment" maintained by insurance companies. This style remained in general use throughout the UK until the 1920's and those with the crossed axes badge were used by municipal, volunteers and industrial brigades. Some very minor dents, but otherwise all is in super condition and complete and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. These helmets are not easy to find today in as good condition. The stand is for display only. 11" tall x 8.5" widest and 12.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Small Ceramic Sherry Barrel Original, quality late 19th century white ceramic barrel shaped spirit dispenser, for the bar back in a pub or hotel or for the sideboard at home. This unusually small example has the original ceramic cover and has an aperture to the base at the front for a small brass tap. The front is decorated with gilded bands, ' Sherry ' in gilded upper case letters and a coloured picture of a highland stag between a fir tree and sprigs of heather. Apart from some rubbing to the gilding all is complete and in good and working order. 7.75" tall x 7.5" and 5.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, small wall mounted cast iron harness rack with turned teak mounts. This delightful rack has three countersunk screw holes for mounting and the original paintwork. It is not marked for Musgrave the smaller items often were not, but this is definitely Musgraves of Belfast quality. Complete and in good and working order. 6" tall, 3.5" wide + 3" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Copper and Brass Horse SingeOriginal, quality, late 19th century, brass and copper paraffin fueled horse singe. The main brass barrel will unscrew to gain access for filling and the tap controls the flow of fuel to the wick (missing in this example) inside the decorated copper attachment. The tap is stamped "SH" and "Co" for the maker and apart from the missing wick, all is complete and in good order. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 13.5" x 5" + 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality pair of elm fireside bellows circa 1900 / 1920's with the original leather, steel spout and studs. All is in superb and good working order and grate lookers, the leather and the woodwork glows. 20" x 9" x 3.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass and Copper Powder FlaskOriginal, quality late 19th century copper and brass powder flask for muzzle loading guns. This superb example, although plain, is in mint condition with not a dent in sight. The adjustable nozzle has three size variation and is impressed for the manufacturer "J. Dixon and Sons. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 8" x 3.25" x 1.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Gladstone Bag Footwarmer Original, quality 1920's, brown glazed stoneware footwarmer / hot water bottle in the realistic form of a leather gladstone bag. This super example has a leather strap handle and a screw in stopper in black composition and is transfer printed to one side "B.E.D." simulating the owners initials, faux stitching is detailed in relief around the edges. The underside is detailed for the manufacturer "Bourne Denby England" and with the registration number for the year 1920. One small soft chip to the area with the steel ring handle support, otherwise all is complete and in superb condition. Base 8.5" x 4.5", 4" tall plus strap handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, mid to late 19th century, blacksmith made wrought iron poker, with a barleytwist stem, a shaped tip and a cast brass decorated handle. All has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. 31" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality 1920's, twin branch cast brass electric wall light in the original matt gilt finish and in the form of a candle light. Has been rewired with modern three core flex and new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled, lacquered and complete and in good and working order. A super run of electric wall lights. 15" tall x 11" widest + 7.5" front to back. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality 1920's three branch electric pendant light fittings, in a serious Art Nouveau style with acanthus leaves to the lower section and the curved over arms. All has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and new brass UK bulb holders. The shades are not included in the price, but may be available; see our "Lamp Shades" section, item code S53. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 8" tall plus 2 ½" tall x 4"ceiling rose plus flex and excluding shades widest 13". Click on photo for larger and other views.

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Original, quality late 19th century oval shaped fine glass dome with the original wooden plinth on four bun feet. The base has been cleaned and repainted black, has retained the old velvet lining and the dome is perfect. Complete and in good order. Base 9.5" x 7.25" x 1.75" tall. Dome 9" x 6.5" x 7.5" tall. Total height 9". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Ebonised Wellington Collectors Cabinet Original, quality late 19th century Ebonised Collectors Cabinet with 14 half width drawers and three long, two side locking bars with keys and the original brass drop handles to the drawers. The drawer interiors are very clean and tidy and the total construction is in softwood with no ply. The exterior has the original soft ebonised finish to the exterior all round including the rear panels, the finish shows super soft wear and rubbing to the edges. A most unusual drawer layout for a Wellington chest, the first I have seen with half width drawers mixed with full width ones, hence the requirement for two locking side tabs. A super, very usable collectors cabinet of drawers, complete and in good and working order. 46.5" tall x 32.25" wide at top, 31.25" wide at base, 30" wide body and 17.75" front to back at top. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Chubb Fireproof SafeOriginal, quality late 19th century fireproof safe' sand blasted and stove enamelled black to the exterior and cold painted primer grey to the inside. This exceptional safe has a lockable drawer to the interior, two lift out blue velvet lined mahogany trays and a removable steel shelf. The door has all the original brass mounts as has the inner drawer with the locks fully overhauled. The plaque to the door details the manufactured "Chubb and Sons Lock Safe Co Ltd" and "126 Queen Victoria St London" and the sliding keyhole cover is embossed, with similar detail. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, the door has two keys, the drawer has one and all is complete and in good and working. A super above average fireproof safe manufactured by the best. Exterior 24" tall x 18" wide and 18" front to back. Interior 13" tall x 11" wide and 10" front to back plus the drawer. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Set of seven matching all original late 19th century servants intercom bells. Each bell has a different tone and all have matching parts otherwise. The bells, backplates, central bosses and mounting brackets for the springs are all in brass, the clappers have cast iron heads and the springs are in sprung steel. The brass has been polished and lacquered, the iron work cleaned and lacquered, all has been fully overhauled and are complete and in good and working order. Total heights from 9" to 10", width 5" and front to back 5" to 3.5". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality late 19th century brass shop counter bell with an aesthetic movement design to the tripod cast brass base. This super example has an internal clapper actuated by pressing down the top button. The reverse of the base is impressed with the registration lozenge mark for the year 1871. All has been polished and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order with a good loud ring. The top button is a replacement made to suit copied from an original. 6.25" tall, 3.25" bell dome and 5" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Double Stack of Globe Wernicke Oak BookcasesOriginal, quality, two matching, oak stacking bookcases manufactured by Globe Wernicke, of London, circa 1900. These superb examples each have five glazed sections, a plinth and a top cornice section and will dismantle into seven sections for ease of moving, or to add to other sections of the same bookcase units. These cabinets are made to add upwards and outwards and come in a variety of heights and types of cabinets, glazed or panelled, but always the same width. Each stack of these have three smaller glazed sections, two larger, a plinth and top cornice. The glazed doors lift up and slide into the top of each section. The top board to one plinth section is stamped in ink with many patent dates, the latest being 1899 and each backboard has an ivorine label detailing "The Globe Wernicke Co Ltd Office and Library Furnishers London". All has been cleaned and waxed and is complete and in good and working order. Total height of each stack 68.5" tall, 34" wide, front to back at plinth 12.5", lowest section front to back 11.5" and others 10" front to back. Will sell each stack separately if required at £850. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of Ceramic Spirit BarrelsOriginal, quality matching pair of 1920's oval shaped, off white ceramic, spirit barrels with the original dust cover caps and ceramic taps. Both these are complete although well crazed overall and would not be advisable for use, for the crazing may be porous over a period. Never the less this is a super, very unusual pair having lots of gilt decoration around the central front painted panels of Grebes and Swans. One is labelled "Vimto" and the other "Lemon". The taps are impressed 'Off' to one side, and the underside of the barrels are transfer printed "Made in England H and K Tunstall". These were originally used on the bar backdrop in pubs and hotels. One small chip only to the inner rim of one dust cap. 11" tall x 10" wide and 8.5" front to back including tap. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Set of 4 Bentwood Chairs Set of four original, quality 1920's, bentwood cafe chairs with embossed floral decorated plywood seat panels and good bentwood legs and frames. Refinished and with one good repair to one seat panel and now all very sturdy and firm and complete and in good order. 37.5" tall at back, 18.5" to top of seat + 17.5" widest, 16" front to back at floor. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Companion Fireside Set Original, quality four matching brass fire irons shovel, tongs, poker and brush, on the original brass fireside companion stand circa 1900. Most unusual to find these today, for most companion sets on stands are much later. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Total stand 27.5" tall and base 6" square. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Sugar Cleaver Original, quality, late 19th century, large steel sugar cleaver, a shaped blade with a hole for hanging, with a heavy brass ferrule and a turned fruitwood handle. This cleaver was used to break (chop) up sugar from the large cones as supplied by the grocer to the kitchens of large houses and hotels. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good order. 21" x 6" and 1.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Minty Stacking Oak Bookcase Original, quality 1920's / 30's, stacking bookcase in oak with hinged doors. This example has five horizontal sections, the base on four turned feet is taller than the other four sections and the top section has the integral cornice trim, each section locks on with turning wooden plates to the inside of each lower section. The hinged and glazed doors each have the original matching brass knobs and a ball catch to hold the door closed. The top left hand door has an ivorine label fixed to the inside frame detailing the manufacturer "Minty Ltd Library Specialist Oxford". All is very clean, in the original finish and complete and in good and working order. A very usable bookcase / display cabinet. Total 69" x 35" + 12" front to back at base unit, 9.5" front to back other, 10.5" top section. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass and Copper Fire Screen Original, quality, late 19th century, brass and copper firescreen with super embossed detail in the Art and Crafts Movement style. The inner copper panel in deep relief details a cliff top scene of a castle to the left and a lighthouse in the distance to the right. The shaped frame is hammered overall, has a rolled over edge and is rivetted to the copper panel with copper rivets. The front splayed feet in brass have acanthus leaf forms and the top of the brass frame has a cut out carry handle. The reverse has a blacksmith made wrought iron frame rivetted to the panel and has a replacement wrought iron splayed foot made to suit, copied from the remains of the original. A most unusual firescreen and a super looker. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. Not a maker's mark to be found and the first we have seen of this model. 29.5" tall x 19.5" wide + 8.5" front to back at feet. Click on photo for larger and other views.

1917 Trench Art Shell Case Original, quality, 1st World War trench art decorated brass shell case, with deep relief designs of acorns and oak leaves on branches on a stippled background, with "1917" and "Aisne" for the 2nd battle during the 1st World War, deeply embossed to the upper section. The top has been fretted out to a pattern and the underside is stamped "75 Dec", "RSL281" and "1910". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is in good order. 13.75" tall x 3.25" base diameter + 3" top diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

1755 Brass Hand Bell Original, quality 18th century cast brass hand bell in the original unpolished and patinated green colour, with the original blacksmith made wrought iron internal clapper and turned fruitwood handle with a brass ferule. This bell has cast in around the body "Trinity Ward 1755" in good clean raised text. Apart from the handle being a little loose, All is complete and in good and working order. A good very, loud bell with good resonance and tone and what a bonus with the date. 11.5" tall and 6.25" mouth of bell. Click on photo for a larger and other views.

20" Benson Tray Original, quality superb large circular copper tea tray in the form of a Lily pad with rolled over petal shaped outer rim and radial ribs. The underside is stamped for "W.A.S Benson" and with the registration number for the year 1894. A super tray in perfect condition. Polished and lacquered upper surface and with the tired finish to the underside. The first we have seen this size. 19.5" diam and 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

28lb Brass County WeightOriginal, quality, early 19th century, 28lb grocers' / butchers', brass counter weight with a shaped body and an open ring top grip. This superb example is engraved to the top of the grip "28lb Avoir" and to the front near the base "County of Lancaster 1834". Many star shaped punch marks are visible, these would be punching out invalid check stamps. A large and clean brass weight, not easy to find in this size today. A great door stop, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good order. 9.5" tall x 6" widest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

4 Drawer Oak Filing Cabinet Original, quality, all oak four drawer filing cabinet, circa 1900 / 1920's. This superb example has horizontal panels to the sides, a tongue and grooved back and fielded panel drawer fronts with the original brass label frames and handles. The drawers have been fitted with rails to take standard files, now from front to back. All has been cleaned, refinished and fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order. The best example we have seen for some time. 54" tall x 16" wide + 28.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

3 Matching Burnished Steel Fire Irons Original, quality, mid to late 19th century, burnished steel fireside tongs and shovel, with a replacement steel poker made to match. The tongs and shovel are original, but the poker was missing. These fire irons are of super quality with turned finial grips and decorative mounts on each stem. The piercing to the shovel was to sift through the embers and put back onto the fire all but the ash. All has been cleaned and lacquered and are complete and in good and working order. Shovel 28" x 4" + 1.5", tongs 29" x 5.5" + 1.5", poker 28.5" x 1.5". Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Arts and Crafts Biscuit Barrrel Original, quality 1920's cylindrical shaped clear glass biscuit barrel liner, within a pierced strap work frame, with a swing over brass handle and a closed brass circular lid, with a shaped finial. This example was probably nickel or silver plated originally but is now polished back to the brass and has every detail and feel to have been manufactured by " WMF " but there are no marks to this effect. Never the less a serious arts and crafts style with no chips or blemishes to the glass. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. 7" tall with handle down, 9.25" tall with handle up and diam 4.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Arts and Crafts Brass Wall Candle Sconce Original, quality, all brass, rectangular shaped wall sconce, circa 1880, with two movable brass arms, with candle holders and drip pans. The main embossed and engraved panel details an owl on a branch and is surrounded by a wide border of embossed engraved flowers and leaves. The mounts for the candle holders are to the lower edge of the backplate and will permit the sconces to swivel left and right, but not too far back to cause a problem with the candles being against the wall. The backplate has a ring to the top for mounting and all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good order. A daft looking owl, but a super wall sconce. Backplate 11.5" x 8.5", total with sconces mounted 14" tall x 12.5" + 4" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Ash Corner WashstandOriginal, quality, late 19th century, marble topped corner washstand in ash with a tiled back. This superb example has a drawer to the front with a brass drop handle and is stamped to the front top of the drawer with the maker's details "Jas Shoolbred and Co" of London. The marble, with the tiled splashback, will lift off the ash base to ease removal. The marble has a grey veined on white colour and has been finished with bevelled edges. The set of twelve matching tiles are black and white and have an Aesthetic Movement floral detail. All is complete and in good order. A most unusual corner washstand. 29" tall to marble top, 48.5" total height, 30.5" widest, each side 22" front to back, 21" front to back deepest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Barn Owl Original, quality well presented Barn Owl mounted with good groundwork in the original 1920's glazed fronted wooden cabinet, a very realistic mount with painted backdrops in super condition. The exterior of the case has been repainted and all is complete and in good order. 15.75" x 12.5" x 7" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Benson Brass and Copper Teapot Original, quality late 19th century copper teapot with brass spout, lid and handle assembly, a turned wooden knob and a cane covered handle. This superb example designed by W.A.S Benson is No 5626 in his range of metalware and is stamped " W.A.S Benson " to the inside of the lid. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. A very clean example the first we have seen of this model. This example is illustrated in the publication W.A.S Benson Arts and Crafts Luminary and Pioneer of Modern Design, plate 46 p 75. 5.5" tall, 6" wide and 10.75" front to back Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Corner Umbrella StandOriginal, quality 1920's brass corner umbrella stand, with a cast iron base and lift out zinc drip tray. This example has three upright rods of circular brass, with four sections to the top and three brass finials. The iron base and pan have been cleaned and repainted black and the brass polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. All is complete and in good and working order. 21.5" tall, 10" front to back centre and 11" each side front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass and Copper Tea CaddyOriginal, quality 1920's, most unusual tea caddy in copper with brass and steel mounts. This example has a serpentine shaped front and sides, a hinged lid and steel shaped feet. The brass and steel mounts all rivetted on, give the whole an Arts and Crafts feel and the inside has retained the original tin to the copper. The outside has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good order. Probably continental. 4.5" tall x 5" wide + 4.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Brass Cribbage Board Original, quality 1920's, brass crib board with four brass ball feet and shaped ends. The shape to each end differs and has a single hole for the waiting peg. The top has 18 banks of six holes for the pegs and two red and two white pegs are included. This example has a brass sliding drawer beneath to store the pegs and all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. 10" x 2.75" + 1" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Framed Wall Mirror Original, quality, late 19th century, vertical rectangular shaped wall mirror with four mirror side panels cushioned away from the main central glass. The main mirror is bevelled and the slips are plain and all is surrounded with pressed brass decorative mounts of acanthus leaves and flower heads. The whole is mounted with a matching top pediment, triangular in shape, again of decorative pressed brass details of acanthus leaves and flowers. All is original including the wooden backing but we have re-papered the back of the mirror panel. All has been cleaned polished and lacquered and is complete and in good order. 29" tall x 17" wide + 2" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Magazine and Book RackOriginal, quality, late 19th century floor standing brass magazine/ newspaper rack with a bookshelf beneath. This superb example made with square brass tube has a mahogany board to the centre impressed to the underside "S. Hall" for the manufacturer and mounted with two divisions for the magazines etc. The top rails are curved down and the legs splay out at the bottom and all has been polished and lacquered although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. 30" tall + 18" x 9.5" at floor central board 16" x 6.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Pastry Jigger Original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass pastry jigger with a crimping wheel, two shaped and hatched stamps- one circular and the other diamond shaped, all mounted on a turned fruitwood handgrip with a brass hanging ring to the end. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. 8" x 4" wide + 1" diameter of handle. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th Century photograph frame, with a thin cast brass frame with a top mount decoration of a ribbon bow and swags and a slide out back sheet with a folding easel backstand. The main frame has a design of laurel leaves. Polished, lacquered, complete and in good order. External 10.5" x 7.25", take photo 9.5" x 7" and visible photo 9 1/8" x 6.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality larger than average, late 19th century, surface mounted brass door lock. Will take a standard modern square bar for the handles.This lock has the provision for a handle turn and key lock, a replacement keep has been made to suit and an old key altered to fit. This heavy example is rather unusual in having a mounting flange top and bottom and all the internal mechanisms appear to be in brass; this was generally the case where a spark would be dangerous i.e. a dry store, stables, gunpowder or ammunition store etc. A super lock, fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed if required at no extra cost and is complete and in good and working order. Lock 9" x 6.5" x 1". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality, late 19th century, brass standard lamp, originally an oil lamp stand and now converted to electricity. The circular base is mounted over a heavy cast iron counterbalance weight, with three brass feet attached. The tubular stem has a central collar and the bulb holder at the top. Rewired with modern three core flex and a new brass UK bulb holder and switch. Fully overhauled, polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. 60" tall excluding shade x 16.5" base diameter including feet. Click on photo for larger and views.

Brass Sugar CleaverOriginal, quality, super little brass sugar cleaver with a turned hickory handle, circa 1880. This very unusual cleaver has the shape of the medieval halbert, has a hanging loop to the end and a brass ferule to the handle. All is cleaned and polished and is complete and in good order. 9.75" x 3" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views

Black Forest Carved Breadboard Original, quality late 19th century oval shaped Swiss ' Black Forest ' carved breadboard. This unusual example has carvings of Eidelweiss and other flowers to the lower border and a motto to the upper detailing " Donner nous Notre Pain Quotidien " translated means " Give us our daily bread ". Some old worm holes, well treated with no recent activity and faint traces of carving of ancient farming implements to the central section obviously lost due to use, otherwise complete and in good order. 13.5" x 10.5" x 1" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brown Westhead and Moore Footbath Original, quality, late 19th century, oval shaped off white ceramic footbath with two end handles and a blue printed Aesthetic Movement 'Japanesque' detailed panels to each side, with fans and silk ribbons. Each end beneath the handles also has similar detail. The underside is detailed with the logo for the manufacturer "Brown Westhead Moore and Co", for the design "Livonia" and has an embossed registration lozenge mark for the year 1842 to 1883. All is in super condition with no chips or cracks, but with some crazing and minor knocks to the underside of the base. These footbaths were originally optional as part of the larger ewer and basin wash sets and would have had a matching jug for filling if required. Most unusual to find these in good order today. 17.25" wide including handle x 11.5" + 6.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's / 30's, well made burnished steel electric hall lantern of the tapered six sided form with a 'bird cage' top and the original matching chain and ceiling rose. Replacement frosted glass panes have been fitted and all has been cleaned and lacquered. Has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. Fully overhauled, complete and in good and working order. Lamp 15.5" tall x 19" chain and rose, widest 9". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Carved Oak Bellows Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, larger then average carved oak fireside bellows with the original tan coloured leatherwork, studs and cast brass spout. This long handled pair of bellows has detailed carving to the top board of 'The Green Man' with leaf detail running up the stem. The brass has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and the leather and oak have been cleaned and waxed. All has been fully overhauled and is complete and in good and working order. 46" x 9" + 2.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, huge cast iron door knocker with a laurel wreath design in good detail, hanging from a square block mount. The reverse of the ring is impressed "345" for the model, probably made by A Kenrick and Sons of West Bromwich although it is not marked. A replacement cast iron knocking stud and threaded bars and nuts have been fitted, all has been cleaned and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. A super large example in great condition. Knocker 9" drop x 6.5" wide + 2.25" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, superb cast iron door porter, with entwining fish 'Georgian Dolphins' on a bed of seaweed and shells, with a top handgrip of flowers and leaves. The reverse is impressed with "470" for the model number and this is the number for an identical example detailed in the 1876 catalogue of 'A Kenrick and Son, iron founder, of West Bromwich, Staffordshire'. The detail on this casting is just the best and this is the first we have had of this model. Cleaned, lacquered and complete and in good order. 14.5" tall x 7.75" base + 3.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Cast Iron Nutmeg GraterOriginal, quality, superb, late 19th Century, cast iron nutmeg grater, with a turned wooden handle, a brass clip to the body, a sprung loaded plunger to grip the nutmeg and a threaded thumbscrew to grip the table or shelf. The main body is embossed 'Patented June 7th 1870'. An unusual example; complete and in good and working order. 4" high, 3" wide and 3.5" front to back including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Cast Iron Vegetable Slicer Original, quality 1920's, cast iron patented slicer in the original green varnish finish. This kitchen aid is designed to slice cucumber, runner beans and orange peel for marmalade, but it will also slice other vegetables cut small enough to be pressed down the shute with the wooden press. The cut is adjustable and the 'G' clamp is to grip it to the work table. The main body is embossed to both sides "G B Patent Slicer, Made in England" and the wooden press is a replacement made to suit. Appears unused and is complete and in good and working order, the first we have seen. Base of body 8.5" x 3.25", total length 10.75" x 6" tall. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Ceramic and Brass Oil Side Lamp Original, quality, late 19th Century, superb, pale green ceramic, vase shaped oil side lamp with a cast brass decorative plinth, sides handles and top mount to the lift out font. The ceramic body is extremely well decorated with a floral design to each side; one of snowdrops and the other of a white clematis style of flower. The original twin 1" wick burner is also of top quality and of the bayonet fitting, with the turn key lifting action to enable the wicks to be lit without removing the globe and chimney. The twin wick control has a white ceramic insert to the grip and this is detailed 'New Duplex No 1' and the brass collar to the font is impressed 'Hinks & Sons patent' for the bayonet fitting. This lamp is complete and original, has been polished and lacquered and is in good and working order. The lacquer can be removed upon request, at no extra cost. The glass chimney is included but the shade is not included in the price and is no longer available. A very special oil lamp. 25.5" tall with chimney, 16.5" tall without chimney, 8.25" widest and 6" x 6" at base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Commemorative Moustache Cup and Saucer Original, quality, bone china, moustache cup and saucer issued to commemorate Queen Victoria's Golden Jubilee in 1887. Both the cup and saucer are square shaped with canted corners and have a brightly coloured coat of arms, a crown on a horn and 'Jubilee 1887'. Both the undersides are also marked with the registration number for the same year. Some crazing to the glaze, otherwise complete and in good order. Saucer 5.75" x 5.75" x 0.75", cup 3.5" diameter, 3" tall and 4.75" wide including handle. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, cast iron fire kerb with a sheet steel front with copper and cast pink brass fittings. The end mythical creature mounts each have a ring in their mouths and all has an Art Nouveau theme. The original matching fire iron tidy is included, the steel has been burnished, the brass and copper polished and all has been lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete an in good and working order. A most unusual fender, the first we have seen. Exterior 51" x 14" front to back + 9.5" tallest, interior 46.5" x 11.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views

Copper Money Box Original, quality late 19th century coppersmith made money box in a capstan shape. This superb example in copper with brass mounts has the slot to the top, a plaque for engraving to the front and a hinged cover to the underside with the original tiny brass padlock and key. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, fully overhauled and to do complete and in good and working order. A most unusual example. Base 4.75" diam x 6.75" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Miniature Cast Iron Roll Top Bath Original, quality pre-war manufacturer's cast iron exhibition sample of a perfect "1/8" scale of a 5ft 6" cast iron roll top bath with a plug hole, an avocado green enamelled interior and four decorative cast iron feet. The underside is impressed with the above details and "1095" and "Cannon" for the manufacturer. The exterior has been cleaned and lacquered and all is complete and in good order with just some minor staining to the interior floor but no chips or damage. A most unusual example, the first we have seen. 9" x 4" and 3.25" tall Click on photo for larger and other views.

Oak Rim Lock Original, quality, late 19th century, surface mounted oak door lock, with the original cast iron 'Gothic' mounts, with the original key and a replacement keep made to suit. This lock has the provision only for a key lock and not for a handle turn. Cleaned and refinished, with the iron fittings repainted black. Fully overhauled, complete and in good and working order. Lock 9" x 5.75" + 1.75" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Original, quality late 18th early or 19th century large brass doctors door knocker, with a replacement threaded rod, nut and washer and replacement thick brass backplate and knocking stud made to suit. This example is re-enforced through the core with a wrought iron rod and is most unusual door knocker earlier than most we see. These are referred to as Doctors Knockers for they were typically found on Country Manor houses of the type frequently owned by professional gentlemen such as Lawyers and Doctors. Total including backplate 8" x 3.5"tall, backplate and knocking stud both 3.5" diam and total 4" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Primitive Methodists Centenary Plate Original, quality, circular wall plate issued to commemorate the 100 year centenary of The Primitive Methodists. This superb plate is finely decorated with cameos and detail in flow blue on a white background, with gilt border and edges and dark blue and red over colours. The cameos show "The First Camp Meeting at Mow Cop in 1807", "Jubilee Chapel Tinstall", "Clowes Memorial Chapel Burslem", "Memorial Chapel Mow Cop", "Hugh Bourne, Born April 3rd 1772 and Died October 11th 1852", "Williams Clowes Born March 12th 1780 and Died March 2nd 1851". The reverse is also well detailed with information also with the registration number for the year 1906 and "Manufactured By Wood and Sons Burslem". In mint condition and the first we have seen in colour. 9.75" x 1". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Monaural Stethoscope Original quality, 19th century, portable monaural stethoscope in fruitwood with mahogany tube. Two pieces screw together for use or slide together in flat form to travel. Complete and in good order. 7" long and 2.5" diameter of base. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Frys Shop Display Cabinet Original, quality, all glazed "Frys Chocolate" shop counter display cabinet, circa 1900. This super cabinet in walnut has sliding glazed doors to the rear, acid etched glass to the front detailing "Frys Choice Chocolate" in upper cased text and The Royal Coat of Arms to the centre detailed "By Special Royal Appointment", a loose mirror glass to the floor and two clear glass shelves. The shelves and mirror are replacements made to suit. The plinth to the front is engraved / carved "J.S.Fry and Sons Ltd". The original paper label detailing "This case is the property of J S Fry and Son" is still affixed to the underside. A geat looking and useful cabinet and a good clean example. 26.5" tall, base 27" x 14.5", cornice 27.75" x 15". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Good Luck Copper Kettle Original, quality, late 19th century, 8 pint copper kettle with lid and embossed and engraved detail to the shoulders. The lid has an acorn finial and the detail to the shoulders is "Good Luck" to one side surrounded with leaves and a horseshoe, with leaves and berries to the other. The underside is impressed with the logo for the manufacturer "William Soutter of Birmingham" and "8" for the size. The internal tinning is in good order and all has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is in very usable condition. Most unusual to find decorated copper kettles. 8" widest, 11.5" tall, 12" front to back including spout. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, mid 19th century, larger than average wrought iron door key, with a super Gothic shaped handgrip. This key has a very good joining seam to the centre of the shaft, it may well have been repaired or lengthened or just a very good join in the making. Cleaned and lacquered, complete and in good order. 7.5" x 2" + 0.25". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pair of original, quality 1920's, 'bell' shaped vaseline glass lamp shades, to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. This pair of shades have a matt finish to the surface and pale green vaseline colour from the top with two bands of concentrated colour to the inturned wavy outer rim. A super pair of shades in super condition. 6" tall x 5" widest. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's set of three matching vaseline coloured glass bell shaped lamp shades. Will to fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. These superb shades have a simple shape, with a strong band of vaseline colour too the flared end, fading away to near clear glass at the top. Complete and in good order. 5.5" tall and 5.75" widest. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pair of Fry's Enamel Signs Original, quality pair of superb, very clean 1920's enamel, advertising signs in 'Royal Blue on white text detailing "Fry's Pure Cocoa" on a blue shield to one and "Fry's Celebrated Chocolate" to the other. Both are also detailed "300 gold medals" and "Makers to T.M The King and Queen and Queen Alexandra". The lower edge of both are detailed in tiny text "Chromo Wolverhampton" for the sign manufacturer and "J.S Fry and Son Bristol". Some blemishes and chips to the edges and ten screw holes to each for mounting. A wonderful pair of bright and clean. Signs 24" x 30" each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Toleware TrayOriginal, quality, late 19th century, ovoid shaped pressed tin tea tray, with a shaped outer edge and a decorated topside. The decoration is in the form of four panels of handpainted flowers within gilded frames around the outer flange, and a central back panel, also with a gilded border. The general background is a buff green colour and the reverse is in all black japanned, with some small painted reference numbers "1159" and "01822". Some scuffs and scratches and small patches with the decoration missing, but otherwise a superbly decorated toleware tray. All original with no signs of touching up. 27" x 23" x 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Terracotta Rhubarb Forcer Original, quality larger than average, late 19th century, terracotta dome shaped Rhubarb or Kale forcer. This super example has some wear to the top aperture and two very minor short hairline cracks from the base, these have both been wire repaired to prevent them increasing. A great looker and very usable and not easy to find these days. 21" tall, 6" inner top aperture and 19" base diam. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Trench Art Jardiniere Original, quality, First World War, brass shellcase with detailed punched 'trench art' decoration with a shield to the front "1914 Reims 1918" and birds on a branch to the reverse. The top has been shaped in a crown of points and the underside is stamped "Patron en fabrik Karlsruche" and "Nov 1913". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is in good order. Ideal as a Jardiniere. 9.25" tall x 9.25" base diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Run of Hanging Electric Lights, 8 matchingOriginal, quality 1920's, hanging electric light fitting with a white glass upper trumpet shape above a frosted glass bowl. The brass central band and top brass shade holder are both original and have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. A length of replacement brass chain and brass ceiling rose are included and has been rewired with modern three core silk covered flex and a new brass UK bulb holder. All have been fully overhauled and are complete and in good and working order. Light 19" tall x 13" diameter, plus 15" chain + ceiling rose 3" tall x 3.5" diameter. Price is for each. A super run of lights with some smaller but matching that may also be available, reference code: HL315. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Frosted Glass Bowl Hanging Electric Light Original, quality 1920's, ceiling mounted electric light fitting with a frosted glass bowl with embossed decoration suspended within a circular brass rim with three lengths of brass chain. The brass chain and ceiling rose with a hook are new replacements and a length of new silk covered three core electric flex with a new brass bulb holder is brass and has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all has been fully tested and is complete and in good and working order. Bowl 13.5" diameter x 7" deep, total drop 23" as in photo, plus 2" rose, rose 2.5" diameter x 2" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Large Maple and Co Ash Chest of Drawers Original, quality, late 19th century, large chest of drawers. Each drawer front has beaded edges and the original brass drop handles. All has been cleaned and refinished to the original colour. This chest is of unbelieveable condition and quality and the total construction, with the exception of the back panel, is all in solid ash. The top edge of the right hand drawer is stamped for the manufacturer "Maple and Co" and all shows are no signs of use. The best chest of drawers we have had for a long time. 48" wide x 48" tall + 21.25" front to back top, 21.5" front to back base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Tantalus with Jewellery Drawer Original, quality, late 19th century, tantalus with three matching hobnail cut glass mini decanters in a honey coloured oak stand, with a pull out jewel drawer with lock and key to the base. The bottle stand is mounted with a lockable swivel top and carry handle. The Bramah lock to one end is impressed with a crown and "Betjemanns Patent 45717" and the other end again with a crown and "The Tantalus". The drawer unit to the base is mounted with four decorative metal mounts and the drawer has a matching keyhole surround. All the metal mounts, the swivel top and locking mechanism were originally silver plated, but much has worn through, showing the brass from underneath these have now been lacquered. The jewellery drawer is fully lined in pale blue shot silk and royal blue velvet and has a ring section to the front. The key to the drawer and the key to the bramah lock are both replacements made to suit and the underside has the original pink velvet covering and a scruffy but legible label detailing instructions for use. A chip to one of the shoulders on one glass decanter, otherwise all is complete and in superb order and fully functional. A most unusual and attractive item of the highest quality, the first we have seen. Base 10" x 7.25", total height 9". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality 1920's hanging electric light fitting manufactured by Jefferson of Canada for the UK market. This superb fitting, the first we have seen, has a downward facing moulded opaline glass shade, with a small bowl shade of the same glass suspended just beneath. The shade holder, ceiling rose and the lower bowl fittings are all in the original unpolished bronzed and oxidised finish. A length of replacement chain of a similar colour has been included. Has been re-wired with modern three core flex and a new brass UK bulb holder fitted and fully overhauled. Complete and in good and working order. Upper bowl 11" diam, lower bowl 7.5" diam x 3.5" tall. Total drop 14 1/2", plus 2.5" rose and 16" chain. Price is for each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Tortoise Counter Bell Original, quality, late 19th century, cast iron counter bell in the very realistic form of a tortoise with good detail to the head, legs and shell. This bell is would up with the key beneath and activated by pressing either the tail or head. Cleaned and waxed, complete and in good and working order. 6.75" long, 4" widest + 2.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Walnut Towel Rail Original, quality arts and crafts freestanding towel rail in walnut with three turned rails to the top and two stretchers, all mounted on a square section frame on bun feet. Simple but elegant and very sturdy, complete and in good and working order. 36.5" tall x 23" long and 10" widest at the base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Highland Deer Slops PailOriginal, quality, late 19th century, sepia decorated off white ceramic slops pail with the original lid and woven cane handle. This slops pail was originally part of a ewer and basin toilet set and both the bucket and lid are transfer decorated in sepia with scenes of red deer stags in good detail. The underside is marked "Argyle Stoke Pottery" and is complete and in good order. A most unusual example, the first we have seen with this decoration. 9" tall excluding handle, 10" top diameter + 7.25" base. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Wrought Iron Prison Bunk Beds Pair of original, quality 1920's / 30's, wrought iron bunk beds, probably from a prison cell or a boarding school, but very similar or even idential, but adapted to the beds used in the TV series 'Porridge' with Ronnie Barker. These iron beds can be used as two matching singles or one on the other making a bunk bed and will take standard modern bunk bed mattresses 30" wide x 75" long. These have been professionally sandblasted and stove enamelled satin black and are complete and in superb order. Each bed will dismantle into three sections, 2 ends and the spring base, so the complete bunk bed set has six pieces. A most unusual find. As a bunk bed 75" x 30" + 68.5" tall, as single beds 35" tall each. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Visitors Brass Exterior Bell Pull Original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass exterior bell pull embossed "Visitors" to the outer rim of the circular backplate. For use with a tight wire, non-electrical bell system. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock and many other bell fittings of differing types may also be available. Replacement rear spring and washers have been fitted. This unusual example has a deep dished backplate with the pull knob to the centre and recessed within the dish. The actual knob is an original early 19th century brass door knob fitted as a replacement for the long lost original pull knob. All is now complete and in good and working order. 5" diameter, knob 1.5", total on view when fitted 1.5" + 3.5" to be recessed. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Huge Copper and Brass Candlestick Original, quality, most unusual 1920's / 30's, well proportioned, giant sized copper and brass chamberstick with a match box holder, a circular ring grip and a lift out candle scone. The main pan is in copper, the remainder is in brass and the underside is impressed "Charles Farr London EC". All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and all is complete and in good and working order. 8" tall x 10" wide excluding handle, total width 12", aperture for candle 1 5/8" diameter.

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Revolving Oak Billiard Cue Rack Original, quality, late 19th century, superb revolving oak cue stand to take 21 cues and 3 cue rests. This work of art in honey coloured oak, has a central column and three side columns supporting of the revolving section, each of the three sides has the original brass spring clips with black wooden rollers and all stands on a thick circular plinth with three large bun feet. The top of the centre has a large turned oak finial and all is complete and in good and working order. No maker's name to this rack, but of the highest quality and workmanship. 45.5" tall x 22.5" base diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Steel and Ivory Amputation Saw Original, quality, late 18th / early 19th century, steel surgeon's amputation saw with a clip on and off locking ivory handle with a checkered grip and a release catch. This interesting saw also has a square hole through the handle, a socket for other tools acting as a turn-key grip. A faint maker's name is almost visible to the blade and all is complete and in good order. 11.5" x 1.75". Cick on photo for larger and other views.

Twisted Brass Stair RodsSet of 13 original, quality, late 19th century, brass stair carpet rods with the original hinged brass mounting clips. These examples are most unusual with the rods being barley twist and the front of the clips are matching. Each clip has two countersunk screw holes for mounting and all have been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Complete and in good and working order. Rods total length 24.5", clips 5/8" wide. Price is for the set. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pig Pen WipeOriginal, quality late 19th century cast brass pen wipe in the shape of a standing pig in a most realistic form with a typical curly tail. This example has retained its original bristle wipe insert and was used to wipe off excess ink on dip pens. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and complete and in good and working order. 4" x 1.25" and 2.25" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Large Green Witches Ball Original, quality, late 19th century, green coloured free blown 'witches ball' with a neck and a sheared top and a later wire loop for hanging has been fitted. This super example has a few blemishes to the mercury mirror interior, otherwise complete and in good order. These glass balls are said to have properties to ward off evil and witches, but I believe they were used in the larger houses and shops to throw around the light from the candle and oil lighting. 14" tall including neck but excluding wire and 12" diameter. Other similar balls may well be available. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Globe Metal Polish Enamel Sign Original, quality, late 1920's, very small enamel advertising sign detailing "Globe Metal Polish" in black upper cased text on a yellow background. This bright and clean example has two countersunk screw holes for mounting, some minor rubbing to the enamel on the edges and a super detail to the reverse. 7" x 5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Kenrick Cast Iron and Brass Door Porter Original, quality late 19th century most unusual cast iron door porter impressed to the underside " A Kenrick and Son" and "No 488" for the manufacturer of West Bromwich and the number for the model. This rectangular, pyramidal shaped door stop is attributed to Dr. Christopher Dresser for the design, a very prominent designer of the aesthetic movement. The body has continual designs in relief and is mounted with the original cast brass ring grip. Cleaned and lacquered and complete and in good and working order. This is the first we have had to date . Base 8" x 4.75" and 9" total height Click on photo for larger and other view.

Pair of original, quality 1920's electric light shades in vaseline glass with vertical stripes and frilly outer rims. Will fit standard, modern, UK electric bulb holders. A super pair of shades. Complete and in good order. 4.5" tall and 5" wide. Price is per pair. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of Interior Brass Bell Pulls Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, circular cast brass interior bell pulls, for use with a tight wire, non-electrical bell system. These most unusual examples have a decorative brass circular central boss on a circular backplate, with a leaf shaped lever handle. Other parts required to operate this system are usually available in stock and many other bell fittings of differing types may also be available. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Fully overhauled, complete and in good and working order. Backplate 2.75" diameter, total 5.5" length including grip + 1.25" to be recessed. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Reversible Brass Toasting Fork Original, quality, late 19th century, patented reversible and adjustable brass toasting fork, with a four pronged wrought iron fork to one end and a hanging ring to the other. The plate above the fork is embossed "The Patent Magic Fork" and to the top stud "Improved Patent" and the sliding control plate is decorated in relief with entwining fish. When one side of the toast or muffin is ready, the plate to the handgrip is slid back and the fork will revolve. This ingenious fork was invented and patented in 1881 by 'Elijah Brookes of Hawarden in The County of Flint', a photo copy of the patent papers is included. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. 21" x 3" + 2.5". Click on photo for larger and other view.

Huge Brass Handbell Original, quality, late 19th century, huge, musical handbell, with the original leather mounts and internal leather covered double clapper. This fabulous bell is engraved to the front for the maker "G.Welch Founder 52 Bankside, Southwark, London SE" and "1880". The leather cap is impressed with star motifs and "GW". The downside of this bell is that it has a short metal fatigue hairline crack to the centre of one side, it does ring however, but with a rather dull sound, otherwise a superb bell in every aspect. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost. Mouth of bell 8.75", height of bell 6.5", total height including leather grip 14". Click on photo for lager and other views.

Fairy Soap Tin Advert Original, quality, pre-war, rectangular shaped tin advertising sign detailing "Fairy Soap Made With Olive Oil" in black text on a yellow background with a picture of two cubes of green Fairy soap. This clean example has four pin holes for mounting and a few scuffs to the front and some surface rust to the reverse. Otherwise a very clear sign, complete and in good order. 10.5" x 6.5. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Long Cast Iron Umbrella StandOriginal, quality, mid to late 19th century, superb, hotel sized cast iron umbrella stand with four drip trays and twenty four circular inserts to the top. This most unusual umbrella stand has a Gothic style overall, open fretted end panels with branch and leaf forms, two handles for lifting and four drop in drip trays. Some good repairs to the top rings section and replacement steel drip pans have been made to replace the original long missing cast iron ones and all has been cleaned and repainted black. Now complete and in good and working order. Base 54.5" x 10.5" front to back, max total 55" wide including handles, 23" tall including finials. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Original, quality, late 19th century, very large, copper jelly mould, with a deep base collar and a large diagonal twisted body. The collar is engraved with a family coat of arms of a swan or goose rising out of a coronet, "J.A." in upper cased text and to the other side impressed "PCL8". This mould arrived unpolished (see last photo) and without a dent in sight. All has been polished and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. A most unusual copper mould, the largest we have seen for some years. 7.5" diameter x 8" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Copper Washing Machine Original quality hand operated washing machine on a wrought iron stand. The main body is in copper with a brass drain tap, a pine top surface and a hinged lid with a galvanised 'handle' and a galvanised rotating paddle to the other end, used inside the tub. A brass maker's plate is fixed to the pine lid detailing 'The Wonder Washer', 'Patented 1928'. The copper body will lift off the wrought iron stand using the side handles to ease moving. The copper has been lacquered and the wrought iron stand has been repainted black. This example is most unusual in copper, and has provision for fixing a hand mangle to the back of the pine top. All is in superb order and complete. 32.5" highest, 21" x 22" front to back main body and base on floor 24" x 23.5". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Baguley Brass Hub Cap Original, quality 1920's, heavy cast brass motor vehicle hub cap with an octogonal spanner grip and domed top. The top is engraved in script "Baguley" for 'Baguley Motors'. A most unusual cap, the first we have seen for this company. Polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost, complete and in good order. 4.5" diameter exterior x 2.5" front to back. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Enamel Letterbox Plate Original, quality, pre-war, white enamelled "Next Collection" plate as issued by the post office for wall, pillar and lamp post mounted post boxes. This larger sized plate is detailed "254 High Street" for the original location of use. In mint condition, bright and complete, obviously never used. 5.5" x 8.25. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Folding Boot Jack Original, quality 1920's, folding boot jack in beech and fruitwood, in a super colour. This tall example when in use is gripped by the handle bars whilst one foot is pressed onto the rubber footpad. All has been refinished and the odd worm hole has been well treated. The ivorine inset plaque is detailed for the maker / retailer "Tom Hill Knightsbridge Ltd London S.W.1." All is complete and in good and working order. 31.5" x 16" + 1.25". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of Wrought Iron and Brass Andirons Pair of original, quality, mid 19th century, blacksmith made wrought iron andirons with tapered front stems with brass finials to the top and mounted on inverted curled feet. These were used to rest a fire basket on or for logs to burn directly upon. All has been cleaned and finished in a clear lacquer. A good sturdy form and complete and in good and working order. 18.5" tall x 17" front to back + 9.75" wide at front. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Art Deco Green Electric Pendant LampOriginal, quality 1920's, green glass shade with silver edging, fitted with a new replacement chromed shade holder, a length of new silver coloured three core electric flex and a new chromed bulb holder. A super green Art Deco shade, could also be used on an Art Deco side lamp. Complete and in good and working order. Shade with holder 7" tall x 6" diameter. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Miniature Box IronOriginal, quality 1920's, miniature box iron in perfect scale with a turned wooden handle and knob to the lever and a nickel plated finish. This superb example has a cast iron body with a lift off lid to expose the heating slug and the lever grip locks on the lid. The heat shield has an embossed brass maker's label "E.Pugh and Co Wednesbury". Complete and in good order. Sole 2.5" x 1.5", body 1" tall, total height 1.75". Click on photo for larger and other views.

Wesco Steel Oil CanOriginal, quality pre-war, steel, boat shaped oil can, with a patent plunger action, a long curved steel tapered tube and brass mounts detailing "Wesco's Patent". The body also has an oval brass plate to the side, embossed "Wesco English Make". All has been cleaned , polished and lacquered and is complete and in good and working order. Body 6" x 3" + 4" tall, 15" long x 5" tallest. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Brass Dog Collar Original, quality, all brass dog collar, circa 1900 / 1920's, with a rolled over rim all round, a ring for the dog lead, five adjustment slots and an eye for the padlock. This good example has been extended during it's working life to cater for a larger dog. All has been polished and lacquered, although the lacquer may be removed at no extra cost and is complete and in good order. Max 6.5" diameter for use x 1.5" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Pair of original, quality, late 19th century, cast brass door knobs of huge proportions, with a threaded standard square bar and grub screw adjustment system to fit both mortice and rim locks and latches. This superb pair of handles have a soft hexagonal shape with curved grooves and matching backplates. Each backplate has two concealed screw holes for mounting and all is complete and in good and working order. Ideal for a front door. Backplate 3.4" diameter, knob 2.75" diameter + 2.75" front to back. Price is for the pair. Click on photo for larger and other view.

Huge 8ft Galvanised Water Trough Original, quality, heavy 1920's, galvanised rectangular shaped water trough as used in the remote fields and pastures for cattle etc. This example originally had a covered ballcock (now removed) and will hold water. One dented area to the side but otherwise complete and in good order. 96" x 25.5" + 21" tall. Click on photo for larger and other views.

Large Doulton 1937 Coronation Loving CupOriginal, quality, superb, huge, multicoloured loving cup manufactured by Royal Doulton to commemorate the 1937 Coronation of King George VI and Elizabeth. This example is Number 382 of a limited edition of 2000. The detail is too vast to describe but the front has a circular panel of the King and Queen with flags, shields and trumpets, the reverse has a St George and The Dragon scene and the handles are detailed with the countries of the empire. The underside is detailed "May 1937 To Celebrate The Coronation of Their Gracious Majesties George VI and Elizabe